Thesaurus results for CREDENZA

credenza

noun

Definition of credenza

as in bookcase

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Recent Examples of credenza Among other documents released was an image from Epstein’s home showing a series of photographs along a credenza and in drawers. — Collin Binkley, Fortune, 10 Apr. 2026 On his first day as president, Joe Biden placed a bust of Chavez on the credenza behind his Oval Office desk. — Emma Tucker, CNN Money, 18 Mar. 2026 That’s language more commonly used to unload credenzas on Facebook Marketplace than to solicit Broadway backers. — Andrew Zucker, HollywoodReporter, 11 Mar. 2026 Maximize functionality by using an existing piece of furniture such as a low credenza as a TV stand. — Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 20 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for credenza

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Noun

Alkhatib commissioned a wooden bookcase with illuminated glass shelves for his office to display his collection, which grew to about 150 objects representing 66 countries.

— Dina Cheney, Washington Post, 17 Oct. 2026
The entrance to the plush theater is hidden behind a bookcase.

— Tori Latham, Robb Report, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of bookcase

Noun

In July of 1890, believing himself a failure as an artist and a man, Vincent shot himself in the chest.

— Joan Martelli, Time, 17 Oct. 2026
The outfit featured thick, bold black straps that crisscrossed over her chest and shoulders, creating a harness-like effect.

— Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of chest

Noun

Rather than lighting an entire room, try task lighting like reading lamps, under-the-cabinet light strips, and desk lamps that illuminate a workspace.

— Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 17 Oct. 2026
If four of the most consequential members of Grace’s staff/cabinet quit en masse, what will become of her administration?

— Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of cabinet

Noun

The well-size main bedroom has leafy views and another decorative fireplace, although the person doing the listing’s photos has oddly chosen to hide it behind a bed; the second bedroom can easily handle a bunk-bed situation plus a sideboard.

— Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 19 Oct. 2026
One highlight includes an oak sideboard from Walker Edison that’s sure to impress any visiting in-laws.

— Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of sideboard

Noun

But the press secretary also answers to the public, says former Pentagon Press Secretary John Kirby.

— Chandelis Duster, NPR, 19 Oct. 2026
For the 31st time as secretary of state, Marco Rubio has left on a trip abroad, flying to Uzbekistan and later India amid rumblings that America's top diplomat is ignoring pressing matters in favor of politically safer visits and meetings.

— ABC News, ABC News, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of secretary

Noun

Drapery panels in Jim Thompson’s Choisya, trimmed in Samuel & Sons, frame the couple’s vintage breakfront, which keeps Khouri’s Royal Crown Derby china within reach.

— Caroline Randall Williams, Architectural Digest, 27 Aug. 2026
For many of us, stemmed crystal sparkled under the dimmed light of a breakfront while a collection of coffee mugs were stacked gingerly on top of each other in a shuttered cabinet.

— Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 6 Aug. 2025

Definition of breakfront

Noun

The center console was locked, and Beckham did not have a key.

— Steven Mross, Arkansas Online, 14 Oct. 2026
What isn’t vintage is mostly custom designed by Levin—a wall-to-wall couch with conversation pit vibes, a wooden bed with an attached bench, a thoughtful floating console that hides a TV.

— Leonora Epstein, Architectural Digest, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of console

Noun

This dresser accommodates all your clothing, linens, and more, while the antique brass knobs add a pretty design detail.

— Sarah Scott, Southern Living, 11 Oct. 2026
Storkcraft Horizon Dresser This spacious dresser, now 10% off, has a classic look with clean lines, platform legs, and sleek metal knob pulls.

— Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of dresser

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