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Recent Examples of alcove
There’s a little alcove off the lobby with books and toys for kids.
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Lindsay Cohn, Travel + Leisure, 14 Oct. 2024
With just four days left of the Biden administration, art still hangs in Alejandro Mayorkas’ office in the far reaches of southeast Washington, where a tall window alcove overlooks a snowy capital.
—Michael Wilner, Miami Herald, 17 Jan. 2025
Amenities include a gym, movie theater, outdoor patios, reading alcoves and lounge areas, and an office.
—Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 15 Jan. 2025
Spacious living/dining area & work-from-home alcove.
—Roger Valdez, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
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Lindsay Cohn, Travel + Leisure, 14 Oct. 2024
With just four days left of the Biden administration, art still hangs in Alejandro Mayorkas’ office in the far reaches of southeast Washington, where a tall window alcove overlooks a snowy capital.
—Michael Wilner, Miami Herald, 17 Jan. 2025
Amenities include a gym, movie theater, outdoor patios, reading alcoves and lounge areas, and an office.
—Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 15 Jan. 2025
Spacious living/dining area & work-from-home alcove.
—Roger Valdez, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for alcove
Noun
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In those early years firefighters would put tarps over park pavilions to create makeshift kitchens and warming areas.—
Graham P. Johnson,
Twin Cities,
6 Feb. 2025
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The space, which will be placed in pavilions 13, 14 and 15 and combines neoclassical sculptural elements with conscious living, was conceived to redefine the concept of interior design and intertwine multisensory experiences that evoke harmony, cultural elegance and timeless charm.—
Sofia Celeste,
WWD,
4 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The bar on the corner of Pope Street and Frankfort Avenue also now offers high tea in the afternoon complete with tiered trays of finger sandwiches, sweets, and savory items.—
Amanda Hancock,
The Courier-Journal,
15 Feb. 2025
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The Sir Ralph Abercromby pub stands on the corner of the St Michael’s development (The Athletic/Charlotte Harpur) Initially, there was strong pushback against Neville’s plans, which would see a police station, synagogue and the Sir Ralph Abercromby pub demolished.—
Matt Slater,
The Athletic,
15 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The low-profile triangular swivel mop head is ideal for sliding into tricky-to-reach nooks and crannies.—
Maria Conti,
Southern Living,
30 Jan. 2025
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Some embers race away on the wind and find their way into vulnerable nooks and crannies in a home, such as open vents, palm tree bark or a broom left on the front porch.—
Evan Bush,
NBC News,
19 Jan. 2025
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“Alcove.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alcove. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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