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china

[chahy-nuh] / ˈtʃaɪ nə /


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She never even got to clunk and thud her way through any farmhouses or laboratories like a bewigged bull in a china shop.

From Salon • Mar. 8, 2026

The china cabinet was discounted to $60 at the Santa Monica Antique and Vintage Market because it was missing some glass pieces.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 28, 2026

He once hid a Lego treehouse above their china cabinet for more than a month before she noticed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 3, 2025

The site produces high-end and bespoke designs, including handcrafted fine bone china pieces and Jasperware, a type of pottery developed in the 18th Century by founder Josiah Wedgwood.

From BBC • Sep. 16, 2025

Mrs. Malloy hands us silver serving trays and white china.

From "Betty Before X" by Ilyasah Shabazz and Renée Watson