mantelshelf
Americannoun
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mantelshelves
plural
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Etymology
Origin of mantelshelf
Example Sentences
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Nine years away from the West End stage, frolicsome Actress Sarah Churchill buckled down for her mantelshelf solo as the protagonist in a forthcoming production of Sir James Barrie's Peter Pan.
From Time Magazine Archive
Indeed, one could hardly believe two whole hours had elapsed when Miss Kenton looked up at the clock on the mantelshelf and said she would have to be returning home.
From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro
Gordon was leaning against the mantelshelf above her, and his eyes met her inquiring gaze.
From A Romance of Wastdale by A. E. W. (Alfred Edward Woodley) Mason
Going to the mantelshelf he leaned his head upon his hand.
From A Hero of Romance by Richard Marsh
Striking a match on a box which she took from her pocket, she lit some candles which stood on the mantelshelf.
From A Duel by Richard Marsh
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