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Without the armrests on one side, the silhouette creates airiness, something that’s crucial in a couch for a small space.—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 4 June 2026 The chairs have an ergonomic design with a curved back and supportive armrests, and the cushions are thick and covered in waterproof polyester.—Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 2 June 2026 Southwest’s main competitors at MIA, American, Delta and United, all use the armrest as a measure of whether a customer can fit comfortably into one seat.—Ella Moore
updated May 29, Miami Herald, 29 May 2026 What’s the appropriate armrest etiquette?—Zach Schiffman, Curbed, 29 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for armrest