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noun

Definition of shelvingnext
as in cabinetry

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verb

present participle of shelve
as in postponing
to assign to a later time let's shelve the project for now

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Recent Examples of shelving
Noun
In the office on the lower level, a showroom for Atwood’s vast collection of fashion books, the team enlisted German designer Frederik Fialin to build a room within the room using surgical-grade stainless-steel shelving. — Matt Goulet, Architectural Digest, 22 Sep. 2026 Mobile shelving In the season premiere, Reacher gets into a fight in the basement of Philadelphia’s gorgeous Parkway Central Library. — Bethy Squires, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2026
Verb
The rule formalizes the rollback announced in March 2025, effectively shelving the CTA for domestic businesses. — Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026 Spray mirrors and shelving with a simple mixture of equal parts vinegar and water. — Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 9 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for shelving
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shelving
  1. cabinetry
  2. postponing
  3. armoire
  4. delaying
  5. dresser
Noun
  • Storage as Afterthought Moore recommends installing custom cabinetry when possible that is tailored to individual preferences and a design statement in its own right.
    — Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 14 Oct. 2026
  • The living-and-dining area is about 200 square feet, and the galley kitchen has a passthrough that can be used as a counter but also sheds a little extra light on the dark cabinetry and jet-black tile.
    — Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of cabinetry
Verb
  • The decree came after a committee of top Palestinian officials met Saturday morning to discuss postponing the vote.
    — Sam Metz, Los Angeles Times, 11 Oct. 2026
  • Palestinian officials cited conditions in the West Bank, Gaza Strip and east Jerusalem as reasons for postponing the vote.
    — Stephen Sorace, FOXNews.com, 11 Oct. 2026
Definition of postponing
Noun
  • Imagine a rich young thing throwing her fanciful clothes over the door of a bedroom armoire before falling into bed, makeup on, at the end of a day.
    — Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 30 Sep. 2026
  • Some thrift stores may accept oversized furniture like executive desks, entertainment centers, and armoires, as well as upholstered pieces like couches and sectionals.
    — Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of armoire
Verb
  • The daughter, Shannon Amos, faults her brother, Kelly Christopher Amos, for delaying medical care while isolating the actor from his family and friends in the years leading up to his death.
    — Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 16 Oct. 2026
  • More and more parents are delaying vaccines and citing logistics, outsourcing the decision to the parent who isn’t in the room or simply wanting more time.
    — CNN Money, CNN Money, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of delaying
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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“Shelving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shelving. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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