cubes

plural of cube
as in chambers
one of the parts into which an enclosed space is divided even though they worked in adjoining cubes, the two coworkers rarely acknowledged one another's existence

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Recent Examples of cubes Pairing rolled clothing with compression packing cubes, like this Bagail six-piece set with mesh panels to easily see what’s inside, can help keep outfits organized while creating extra room for souvenirs on the way home. Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 1 Sep. 2026 How to Eat Freeze watermelon chunks and use them in place of ice cubes. Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 31 Aug. 2026 The malleable toys — which can be shaped like dumplings and ice cubes — have gained traction on social media. Alex Harring, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2026 Slowly add the cold butter, one or two cubes at a time, whisking constantly until each addition is incorporated before adding more. ABC News, 24 Aug. 2026 This transfer raised the temperature of the ice cubes so that much of the ice melted. Matthew Koss, The Conversation, 24 Aug. 2026 After 15 years of experiments, Schumm’s group ended up with a recipe for solid calcium fluoride crystals, doped with little impurities of thorium 229, that looked like transparent millimeter-sized cubes. Jacek Krywko, Scientific American, 20 Aug. 2026 Once frozen, pop pesto cubes out of the tray; freeze in an airtight container up to 3 months. Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Aug. 2026 These herb cubes can then be added to soups and sauces later. Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 18 Aug. 2026
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Noun
  • Both chambers are scheduled to be out on the campaign trail and in their home districts for much of October.
    Zachary Schermele, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026
  • His chambers are in Islandia, on Long Island, with tennis trophies on the desk and an electric shoe buffer in the corner.
    Zach Helfand, New Yorker, 31 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Understanding the benefits muscle cells have as endocrine workhorses could help keep us all healthier in the long run.
    Mike McRae September 02, New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2026
  • That progression is important because solid-state batteries have faced a difficult transition from promising laboratory cells to reliable, high-volume manufacturing.
    Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Airstreams come with a sink, mini-fridge, microwave, cooking utensils, and ceramic dishware; the cabins add a stovetop (and some even a full-size fridge); and the tents don’t have a microwave or sink.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Aug. 2026
  • These new cabins are now designed as places to spend time rather than just endure long flights.
    Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 28 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • The top choice, Zone Tech’s Three-Pocket Mesh Storage Net, features multiple compartments for organizing your belongings.
    BestReviews, Mercury News, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Five men pleaded guilty in federal court this month to smuggling millions of dollars worth of cocaine from the Dominican Republic to South Florida hidden in compartments on sport fishing boats.
    David Goodhue August 26, Miami Herald, 26 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • The cutting arena at Bosque Ranch also has editing bays, where Sheridan and his team put together shows.
    Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Yet the bigger story sits inside the facility’s simulator bays.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 21 Aug. 2026

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“Cubes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cubes. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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