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shelving

[shel-ving] / ˈʃɛl vɪŋ /


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As an added treat, the third and topmost floor of shelving contains a variety of art books donated by actor and avid art collector Steve Martin.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 8, 2026

Among them was Cameron’s upstairs work loft, where Alix ripped out the carpet before adding dark gray textured walls, wood flooring, custom black shelving, weathered-looking light fixtures, and a large glass table.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 8, 2026

In January, Spanish prosecutors said their shelving of the case did not prevent the women from filing their complaint in other jurisdictions.

From Barron's ● Sep. 4, 2026

Price cuts for British customers include the Kallax shelving unit going from £60 to £49 and the Billy bookcase being cut by £10 to £25.

From BBC ● Sep. 1, 2026

Hank, down on his knees between two shelving units, looked up.

From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx



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