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Recent Examples of Murphy bed
Inside, it’s outfitted with a queen Murphy bed, a large lower bunk, and a kids’ cupola bunk.
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Brittany Anas, Denver Post, 15 May 2025
Perhaps the most overwhelming concern is whether Murphy beds are safe.
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 17 Apr. 2025
Roughly 1,600 square feet includes just one bedroom—a primary suite with a faux living wall and access to a wraparound balcony—but the open-plan great room comes with a handy Murphy bed for guests.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 10 Apr. 2025
The group is also perfecting and standardizing the Murphy bed design, initially developed by Andy Kahn, said Emily Pilloton-Lam, Girls Garage founder and executive director.
—Sierra Lopez, The Mercury News, 3 Feb. 2025
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Brittany Anas, Denver Post, 15 May 2025
Perhaps the most overwhelming concern is whether Murphy beds are safe.
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 17 Apr. 2025
Roughly 1,600 square feet includes just one bedroom—a primary suite with a faux living wall and access to a wraparound balcony—but the open-plan great room comes with a handy Murphy bed for guests.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 10 Apr. 2025
The group is also perfecting and standardizing the Murphy bed design, initially developed by Andy Kahn, said Emily Pilloton-Lam, Girls Garage founder and executive director.
—Sierra Lopez, The Mercury News, 3 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for Murphy bed
Noun
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No one wants to send a work email while tucked into a Tyrolean trundle bed like a Christmas elf.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
25 June 2025
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Sleeper sofas and trundle beds are counted in that figure, so check how many actual bedrooms there are before booking.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
30 May 2025
Noun
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The girl yawned, feeling the pace of her run, then stretched out on the mossy ground, which was as soft as a feather bed.—
Lizz Schumer,
People.com,
1 May 2025
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De Hales left Basilia, gave up his shop, and sold all of his possessions, including two feather beds, and some pots and utensils worth two shillings and sixpence.—
Sam Knight,
The New Yorker,
12 Mar. 2024
Noun
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The living room is now much simpler and contains a sofa bed, which is the only sleeping area – there's no dedicated bedroom.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
12 Aug. 2025
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The inn has 15 rooms including the 700-square-foot owner’s suite, which has a living room with a sofa bed, a kitchen, and a separate bedroom.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
2 Aug. 2025
Noun
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At one point, Ramos-Aviles hid under the covers of a bunk bed and told two of the girls to remove the blanket, revealing his private parts, Nayci said.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
3 Sep. 2025
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The Pullman cars offer bunk bed–style sleeping arrangements, while the State and Presidential cabins include twin beds and more spacious settings, and all have en suite bathrooms.—
Ann Shields,
AFAR Media,
26 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Fessceruna 3-Piece Loungewear Set Fessceruna’s three-piece loungewear set is perfect for cozying up at home on the couch, running quick errands, and enduring long travel days.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Sep. 2025
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The video shows a couch completely destroyed, with stuffing pulled out and the frame exposed down to the springs.—
Maria Morava,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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And of course, anyone in the market for a new outdoor sofa needs this one from Signature Design by Ashley, which recently dropped under $600.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Sep. 2025
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The 16-by-20-foot floor plan in the modular mini home includes a spacious living area with room for a large sofa or a loveseat with armchairs for multiple seating options.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Malala Maiwand sat on a television studio couch, pen and notebook in hand, a dark red headscarf framing her face.—
Washington Post,
Washington Post,
27 Dec. 2020
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