8 Things in Your Kitchen to Throw Out ASAP, According to Professional Organizers

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Expired Spices

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Chipped or Damaged Cookware

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Takeout Menus & Flyers

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Duplicate Utensils

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Plastic Containers Without Lids

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Old Cleaning Supplies

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Broken Small Appliances

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Junk Drawer Clutter

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