the terraces

plural noun

British
: a section of a stadium with wide steps where people stand to watch soccer matches

Examples of the terraces in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web With views that take in the Queensboro Bridge, Roosevelt Island, the East River, and the rapidly sprouting skyline of Long Island City, each of the terraces has a self-irrigation drip system as well as access to water and power. Mark David, Robb Report, 12 Sep. 2023 Mbappe intended to watch the rest of the season from the terraces if needs be, and collect a series of bonus payments from PSG before a lucrative signing-on fee at the Bernabeu ahead of the 2024/2025 season. Tom Sanderson, Forbes, 13 Aug. 2023 Although, the sweeping mountain and Pacific Ocean views are probably best enjoyed from any of the terraces. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 5 July 2023 As champagne flowed and guests gathered in the terraces of the Palais Royal, Rima Abdul Malak, the Minister of Culture, offered opening remarks, musing that the event was taking place right below her office. Amy Verner, Vogue, 30 June 2023 The poolside bar area is a dream, with a soaring circular pavilion with cozy cushioned nooks as well as plenty of seating spilling out onto the terraces. Sarah Khan, Robb Report, 26 June 2023 Jones, who is an architect, created the terraces and designed the house, while Hinkley relied on his mind’s eye for plant placement, rather than mapping everything out. Deanna Kizis, Sunset Magazine, 18 Apr. 2023 Those fortunate enough to pick a bundle of the bulbs flooded the terraces of Union Square, clutching orange, pink and yellow flowers, with many jockeying for the best lighting to take photos. Chase Difeliciantonio, San Francisco Chronicle, 4 Mar. 2023 See More

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“The terraces.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20terraces. Accessed 1 Oct. 2023.

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