as in bins
something into which a liquid or smaller objects can be put for storage or transportation
save the plastic containers from the deli for other uses
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Recent Examples of containers
In other words, containers won’t magically instill good folding habits.
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Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Jan. 2026
Store water, food, and pet food in airtight containers, remove crumbs from counters, tables, and floors, and keep trash can lids secure.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 12 Jan. 2026
City staff has been working on an ordinance that would prohibit customers from going bar to bar with open containers of alcohol in Himmarshee Village, Deputy City Manager Chris Cooper told the commission.
—Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 12 Jan. 2026
This set of six containers are all made from a dustproof, anti-damp, and high-capacity material that is ideal for clothes and linens.
—Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
Customers can bring containers to Sue Young Park, Arlington Park and Sunrise Park.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 12 Jan. 2026
The family of seven had placed plastic containers to catch the falling rain, but the downpour came Friday night while the children were asleep, making its way inside and soaking their clothes and beds.
—Freddie Clayton, NBC news, 11 Jan. 2026
Perez said there is increasing concern by city fire officials for the discovery of containers inside the tower being used to cook or stay warm, posing a potential fire hazard.
—Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 11 Jan. 2026
Proper storage, airtight containers, and labeling are still essential to keep your foods safe and flavorful.
—Anne Wolf, Martha Stewart, 11 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for containers
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Right now, our list includes fabric storage bins, under-sink organizers, food storage bins, and other organizers for the kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, and other living spaces.—
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Keep your closet well-lit and modify it with hooks, bins, and more.—
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Budding Joy Fabric Storage Bags 6-Pack These fabric storage bags have been purchased more than 10,000 times in the past month alone.—
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Reviewers rate it five stars for spaciousness and durability after schlepping the bags around on a 10-city odyssey, toting them on trains and buses for a month, and, in one case, dragging them over gravel for miles.—
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Around 9 million education loan holders are currently in a default status, according to a recent estimate by Protect Borrowers, an advocacy organization.—
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What's more, many bag charms are actually Apple AirTag holders in disguise, giving you a chic way to keep tabs on your luggage.—
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During the investigation, officers found liquor bottles hidden throughout the house, some of them empty, according to the release.—
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Modern Warrior’s notice about Friday’s recall of Modern Warrior Ready’s 60-count bottles doesn’t appear on its website, but is posted to the FDA site.—
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Cartwright recommends glass or BPA-free plastic receptacles, which are suitable for both refrigeration and reheating.—
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Items under consideration include benches, decorative paving and trash receptacles.—
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The program includes live bands and DJs on select sailings and routes, with performances typically held on larger vessels where space allows for small stage setups.—
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While there are probably Russian submarines — as there are across the Arctic region — there are no surface vessels, Mortensgaard said.—
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Disguise cardboard tissue boxes with this porcelain holder designed to emulate a cheerful home.—
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The truck is from Total-Shredding and will take on approximately 400 boxes worth of paper.—
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“Containers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/containers. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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