plates

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Every time a stray one landed on one of our salad plates, it was shipped over on a smaller bread plate to Nana.

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026

Police searched Alvarez and discovered two plates of military-grade body armor in the trunk of his car, according to the criminal complaint.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

His sculpture, in a shade of teal that’s surprisingly regal, spreads across the ground, flaps of steel straining to lift themselves just inches off the surface as a couple plates have effortfully pulled themselves upright.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

The plant makes tissues, printer paper, cups, plates, cartons, and other goods, according to CBS, the BBC's US partner.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

Penelope and Miss Mortimer sat in awestruck silence as the waiter uncovered their appetizer plates.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood