staircase
noun
stair·case
ˈster-ˌkās 
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The Amazon theme runs throughout, from the central staircase mural that begins under water and ascends into a treetop canopy, to the bridge deck dayhead with a bamboo backlit ceiling and faux tropical plant walls.
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Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 19 Apr. 2024
Mattress rides down the large entrance staircase were common as was fire twirling, juggling and unicycle riding.
—Holly Yeo, Los Angeles Times, 19 Apr. 2024
At the start of May, a red carpet will draw up the staircase, and guests dressed for the Met Gala will catch camera flashes on their way inside.
—Nathan Heller, Vogue, 17 Apr. 2024
Another critical component to consider: enhancing staircases during construction of the building.
—Gordon Rago, Charlotte Observer, 16 Apr. 2024
But on Lookout Hill, reached through a winding staircase in the trees, there was a hushed respect for the moment.
—Christopher Maag, New York Times, 9 Apr. 2024
In a second snap, the groom dipped his bride in front of a white staircase outdoors as several of their bridesmaids and groomsmen cheered behind them.
—Kimberlee Speakman, Peoplemag, 4 Apr. 2024
Photo : Reymond Langton Boardroom With a View When attending to business on board, a primary office on the pool deck brings stunning ocean and outside-deck views while being accessed via a private staircase from the owner’s suite.
—Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 5 Apr. 2024
To soak up some of Braga’s history, visit Sé—Portugal’s oldest cathedral dating back to 1070—or take a day trip to Bom Jesus do Monte, a picturesque staircase with decadent chapels and pretty fountains.
—Olivia Morelli, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Apr. 2024
Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 19 Apr. 2024
Mattress rides down the large entrance staircase were common as was fire twirling, juggling and unicycle riding.
—Holly Yeo, Los Angeles Times, 19 Apr. 2024
At the start of May, a red carpet will draw up the staircase, and guests dressed for the Met Gala will catch camera flashes on their way inside.
—Nathan Heller, Vogue, 17 Apr. 2024
Another critical component to consider: enhancing staircases during construction of the building.
—Gordon Rago, Charlotte Observer, 16 Apr. 2024
But on Lookout Hill, reached through a winding staircase in the trees, there was a hushed respect for the moment.
—Christopher Maag, New York Times, 9 Apr. 2024
In a second snap, the groom dipped his bride in front of a white staircase outdoors as several of their bridesmaids and groomsmen cheered behind them.
—Kimberlee Speakman, Peoplemag, 4 Apr. 2024
Photo : Reymond Langton Boardroom With a View When attending to business on board, a primary office on the pool deck brings stunning ocean and outside-deck views while being accessed via a private staircase from the owner’s suite.
—Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 5 Apr. 2024
To soak up some of Braga’s history, visit Sé—Portugal’s oldest cathedral dating back to 1070—or take a day trip to Bom Jesus do Monte, a picturesque staircase with decadent chapels and pretty fountains.
—Olivia Morelli, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Apr. 2024
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“Staircase.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/staircase. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
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staircase
noun
stair·case
-ˌkās
: a flight of stairs with the supporting structures
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