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Shoebox

usgb/ˈʃuːbɑːks/Volume
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Used to describe the actual object for storing footwear. SlideHe bought a new shoebox to organize his sneaker collection.
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Can represent a space for preserving memories or keepsakes. SlideHer grandmother's shoebox was filled with vintage photos and postcards.
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Though mainly for shoes, collocations expand to items like 'charity shoebox' or 'storage shoebox'. SlideHe donated to the charity shoebox appeal every Christmas.
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