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cutlery

[kuht-luh-ree] / ˈkʌt lə ri /
NOUN
silverware
Synonyms
STRONGEST


NOUN
silverware
Synonyms


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Certain coins, pieces of jewelry or select flatware or serving pieces — even grandma’s cutlery — can have added value.

From MarketWatch Dec. 31, 2025

With vivid details and a dose of British humor, Losada relays her failed attempt to have lunch at a Whole Foods store without using its disposable plastic cutlery.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 24, 2025

Also among the alleged stolen goods are solid silver cutlery and a René Lalique figurine.

From BBC Dec. 22, 2025

Cups and cutlery skated across the table in the mess.

From The Wall Street Journal Nov. 30, 2025

“I’m getting to her. Amina, take out the good cutlery and polish the silver serving dishes.”

From "Amina's Voice" by Hena Khan




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