as in cupboard
a storage case typically having doors and shelves
the most precious knickknacks were kept in a cabinet with glass doors
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Recent Examples of cabinet
Bring your beauty cabinet to-go by packing these collagen sheet masks, and Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask to use on the plane.
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Nicol Natale, People.com, 10 July 2025
Trump on Tuesday called for a probe into the renovations and Powell’s previous statements to the Senate committee during a cabinet meeting, repeating his wishes for Powell to resign from his post immediately.
—Sara Dorn, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
The only con to using a cabinet or bookshelf is that it will be exposed to the elements, so make sure to coat the cabinet in a water-resistant sealant to avoid rain damage.
—Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 July 2025
The entire space comes nearly move-in ready, with cabinets, plumbing, and electrical pre-installed at no charge.
—Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 29 June 2025
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Nicol Natale, People.com, 10 July 2025
Trump on Tuesday called for a probe into the renovations and Powell’s previous statements to the Senate committee during a cabinet meeting, repeating his wishes for Powell to resign from his post immediately.
—Sara Dorn, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
The only con to using a cabinet or bookshelf is that it will be exposed to the elements, so make sure to coat the cabinet in a water-resistant sealant to avoid rain damage.
—Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 July 2025
The entire space comes nearly move-in ready, with cabinets, plumbing, and electrical pre-installed at no charge.
—Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 29 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cabinet
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The 11-year veteran has two Cups in his cupboard, the other coming in 2018 with the Washington Capitals, who drafted him with the 23rd pick in 2013.—
Phil Thompson,
Chicago Tribune,
27 June 2025
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Once dry, the beer glass can be placed upside down in a cupboard, so as not to get more dust in it while being stored.—
Parker Hall,
Wired News,
25 June 2025
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Instead of partaking in fads or trends, Reilly says her new closet is built around pieces that are classic and timeless.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
1 July 2025
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The limited space does mean fewer onboard options—no spa or thermal suite here—and smaller closets, which can be a challenge on longer trips.—
Jill Schildhouse,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Two games later, Higashioka was packing up his locker and heading into free agency on the steam of a career-high 17 homers.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 July 2025
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The most traumatic episode happened when a bully named Matt stabbed him in the neck in a hallway outside his locker between classes, opening a small cut where Griffin's neck met his shoulder.—
Brad Schmitt,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
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Be sure to take advantage of these major markdowns on investment pieces like a bed frame, dresser, area rug, and more.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
3 July 2025
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The Move-In Ministry wouldn’t be able to assist these folks without our donors who have generously given their furniture and household items for redistribution: tables and chairs, living room sets, dressers, end tables and lamps, pots, pans, dishes and silverware.—
Tim Anderson,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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“Cabinet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cabinet. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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