nightstand
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
See Examples For:
Playing divorced designer Elizabeth James, Richardson has an on-screen boudoir that is a sanctuary for the working creative mother: charcoal sketches; wire-framed reading glasses; ’90s white cordless landline; creamy thank-you roses on the nightstand.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 5, 2026
I picked up a coffee table, desk, side table and nightstand for free.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 11, 2026
All these years later, the books on my nightstand are highlighted, annotated and dog-eared.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 15, 2024
The pain in my forehead was sharp, as if I had just slammed it against the nightstand.
From Slate ● Nov. 3, 2024
“Look at that,” Sara said, pointing at a bare mattress and empty nightstand.
From "City Spies" by James Ponti
The easy-to-read controllers and cords sit neatly on the nightstands.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 23, 2026
“Styles have changed, lifestyles have changed. The younger generation might want smaller pieces, like nightstands or a little coffee table they could paint Fire Engine Red.”
From MarketWatch ● Dec. 30, 2025
Nearly a third of the city’s payout represents payments for furniture, including $310,000 worth of ottomans, $239,000 worth of nightstands and more than $940,000 in beds and mattresses, city officials said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2023
For example, select the color and material for your sofa before selecting your coffee table, or select your bed before selecting your nightstands.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 22, 2023
She had searched through the drawers in the nightstands, dressers, and wardrobes thoroughly, as well as the knick-knacks on the bookshelves.
From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull
Random Word
Spin the wheel and learn a new word!
Get a word