shelf

Example Sentences

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“It can be hard to adjust a refrigerator shelf in a beautiful, natural way,” said Long.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

That led to a fundraising campaign raising money for charity - but with a shorter shelf life, the Orkney banana glut will require a swifter solution.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

The ship traveled from the Azores to the European continental shelf, where she collected water samples at 12 different locations.

From Science Daily • Mar. 29, 2026

The brand warned that "the theft may lead to a shortage of KitKats appearing on shelf", acknowledging that "consumers, unfortunately, may struggle to find their favourite chocolates ahead of Easter".

From Barron's • Mar. 28, 2026

She felt her knees go weak and she leaned against a metal shelf.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz