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Recent Examples of genius loci
Inspiration was found in the genius loci of this region, known for both the elegance of its Renaissance villas and the rough-hewn farmhouses that date back to medieval times.
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ELLE Decor, 30 Nov. 2022
The wealthy part-time residents, with their renovation and caretaking and groundskeeping needs, are the mill in this town, so the genius loci is also an employer.
—Rafil Kroll-Zaidi, Harper’s Magazine , 17 Aug. 2022
ELLE Decor, 30 Nov. 2022
The wealthy part-time residents, with their renovation and caretaking and groundskeeping needs, are the mill in this town, so the genius loci is also an employer.
—Rafil Kroll-Zaidi, Harper’s Magazine , 17 Aug. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for genius loci
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But experts say there are certain characteristics that kids’ favorite toys share.Anna North, Vox, 18 Nov. 2024
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But Americans have long had an outsize risk tolerance, a characteristic that is integral to both the dynamism of the country’s economy and the vibrance of its society.Kori Schake, Foreign Affairs, 8 Nov. 2024
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This conservative-leaning economic report ranks states on business climate and economic performance.Jonathan Lansner, Orange County Register, 14 Nov. 2024
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Drivers reportedly complained about touchscreen systems adding in at times annoying levels of friction to simple functions like climate control and music.Mack DeGeurin, Popular Science, 13 Nov. 2024
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Although drought is the most urgent threat, the Northeast is also broadly getting rainier as a result of climate change, because a warmer atmosphere can hold more moisture.Denise Chow, NBC News, 7 Nov. 2024
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On May 18, 1980, the eruption of Mount St. Helens emitted 1.5 million metric tons of sulfur dioxide into the atmosphere while its pyroclastic lava flow incinerated virtually everything within a 230-square-mile radius.Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 7 Nov. 2024
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Quaint Oak Bancorp entered into an agreement to sell and lease back its property in Allentown, Pennsylvania.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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On public land and shared private properties, such spots can become pressured and overhunted.Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
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The show conjured a surreal ambience: part antique flea market, part mad-scientist laboratory.Hung Duong, Artforum, 1 Nov. 2024
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Mix in some vintage staples (mirrors, picture frames, candle holders, etc.), and keep the lighting dim for a pleasant ambience.Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Nov. 2024
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The returns came as voters appeared in a mood for wholesale changes at the highest levels of the East Bay’s political scene.Shomik Mukherjee, The Mercury News, 5 Nov. 2024
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Plus, in its autumnal shades of orange and pink, Lively’s look matched the mood of the season.Christian Allaire, Vogue, 3 Nov. 2024
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The higher proof of the cask strength expression amplifies the flavors and provides a greater intensity.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Impossible pie is a dream dessert for the people who love custard pies and coconut, as these are the dominant flavors of the recipe.Darcy Lenz, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024
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Some observe a Buddhist diet and begin the holiday with a vegan dish to bring good karma for the coming year.Kate Kassin, Bon Appétit, 14 Jan. 2023
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Can a business bring good or bad karma to its organization?Darick Spears, Rolling Stone, 3 Oct. 2022
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“Genius loci.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/genius%20loci. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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