How to Use "Plate" with Example Sentences

plate (n): a wide flat dish for food; a flat metal object with writing on it

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Used with verbs:

"You can get dessert after you finish your plate."
(finish, empty, clear, clean)

"May I take your plate?"
(take)

Used with adjectives:

"We use glass plates."
(glass, plastic, paper, ceramic)

"I bought a set of dinner plates."
(dinner, dessert, serving)

"There were dirty plates on the table."
(dirty, clean, empty, full)

"The door has a name plate."
(name, address)

"I renewed my license plate."
(license)

Used with prepositions:

"There was nothing left on her plate."
(on)

"I ate a plate of cheese and crackers."
(of)