as in box
a covered rectangular container for storing or transporting things
a storage bin for hats and gloves put plastics in this recycling bin, and glass in that one
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Recent Examples of bin
Except for the budget bins, the pricing is dependent on the market, which values rarity and quality.
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Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 30 Mar. 2026
Marlins fans who show up at games to watch Sherman’s bargain-bin product are some of the best, most loyal (and most patient) fans in South Florida.
—Greg Cote
updated March 27, Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2026
It was moved a short distance to its current location, when grain bins were constructed at the farm, officials say.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 27 Mar. 2026
Her shoebox of a room has enough space for a sleeping bag as a bed, a desk, and a couple of storage bins.
—Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 26 Mar. 2026
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Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 30 Mar. 2026
Marlins fans who show up at games to watch Sherman’s bargain-bin product are some of the best, most loyal (and most patient) fans in South Florida.
—Greg Cote
updated March 27, Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2026
It was moved a short distance to its current location, when grain bins were constructed at the farm, officials say.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 27 Mar. 2026
Her shoebox of a room has enough space for a sleeping bag as a bed, a desk, and a couple of storage bins.
—Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 26 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bin
Noun
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This set, which includes a quilt and matching shams, features a box-stitch pattern that prevents fill from bunching.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Apr. 2026
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The Kane County Health Department has partnered with community organizations to install publicly accessible naloxone dispensing boxes, making the life-saving medication easier to obtain quickly and discreetly.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The coach often looks at those basketball stickers affixed over a block M at each player's locker.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
30 Mar. 2026
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Beyond the main performance stages, the center’s instructional spaces are tailored for drama studies as well as choral, band and orchestra programs, with soundproof practice rooms and breakout rooms featuring acoustic paneling, as well as instrument lockers.—
Anne Gelhaus,
Mercury News,
29 Mar. 2026
Noun
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His head isn’t visible; the focus of the image is the swirl of hair on the man’s chest and at his waist, pointing toward what is concealed in his trunks.—
Hilton Als,
New Yorker,
4 Apr. 2026
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When the owner arrived, Ruth noticed multiple boxes in the trunk.—
Julian Camejo,
Miami Herald,
4 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Although the condition does not have an official definition, many researchers describe it as frequent pain in the chest, shoulder, arm or armpit lasting at least three months after surgery.—
Brett Kelman,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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His head isn’t visible; the focus of the image is the swirl of hair on the man’s chest and at his waist, pointing toward what is concealed in his trunks.—
Hilton Als,
New Yorker,
4 Apr. 2026
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There are some really great ones on the market these days, a huge advancement past the egg crate toppers our parents used.—
Alora Bopray,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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That’s because plastic caps, crates, snack bags and containers are becoming more difficult to procure.—
Stephanie Yang,
CNN Money,
4 Apr. 2026
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“Bin.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bin. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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