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alcove

noun

ˈal-ˌkōv

Definition of alcove

as in pavilion

a freestanding airy structure in a scenic setting (as a park) typically offering commanding views a small alcove in one corner of the backyard garden

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as in corner

a hollowed-out space in a wall an ancient vase in an alcove and a sculpture of Achilles on a stand in the museum's Greek Hall

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Recent Examples of alcove Perhaps most delightfully, there’s an antique barber’s chair tucked into its own grooming alcove. — Natalie Hoberman, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026 The ceiling arches in the back, hiding a tiny alcove where a couple sits tucked close, their legs tangled beneath the table. — Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 12 Aug. 2026 There are two large closets, one of which is just off the sleeping alcove, and two windows facing the rear, hinting at natural light without so much street noise. — Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 10 Aug. 2026 They were inspired by the Curtain of Courage Memorial outside the San Bernardino County Government Center — 14 bronze alcoves, each curved like a protective wall and dedicated to one of the victims. — Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for alcove

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When one of the players noticed the new AED at the pavilion, Belantio set up the training session.

— Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 6 Sep. 2026
One week later, it was confirmed that the Biennale had reinstated the pavilion as the Taiwan Pavilion, the designation the Chinese delegation is now protesting.

— News Desk, Artforum, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of pavilion

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Jacob Ramsey’s equaliser was also a demonstration of composure in a pressurised moment, with the midfielder calmly slotting into the bottom right-hand corner, making sure to keep his effort low.

— Chris Waugh, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026
Mensah capped that drive with a 23-yard touchdown pass to Toney and the two connected on a 2-yard score on the next possession with Toney punctuating both TDs with a Heisman pose for the Hurricanes fans in that corner of the stadium.

— ABC News, ABC News, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of corner

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The wicker shade adds an especially interesting textural element and offers a calming cast of light that’s especially ideal for a reading nook.

— Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 2 Sep. 2026
This has your typical upscale open-concept kitchen (lots of storage space, top-shelf appliances, and marble countertops), and the adjacent dining nook leads out to a private balcony.

— Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 31 Aug. 2026

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