Etymology
Origin of shoebox
Example Sentences
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Researchers believe future versions could become significantly smaller and more energy efficient, potentially compact enough to fit inside a shoebox.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 24, 2026
That idea sent me down a rabbit hole involving real-estate agents, tiny shoebox apartments and frustrating chats with mortgage brokers.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 10, 2026
When she brought a shoebox full of samples to Nickey Kehoe, the L.A. store agreed to carry her candles.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 9, 2026
Authorities estimate that more than 220,000 people in the city of 7.5 million live in so-called "shoebox" flats, around one-third of which need major renovation.
From Barron's ● May 28, 2026
My little not-sister shoves a shoebox diorama across the table at me.
From "Wintergirls" by Laurie Halse Anderson
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