alveoli

plural of alveolus

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for alveoli
Noun
  • On Wednesday, Rollins urged pet owners to keep a close watch for signs of discomfort, open wounds or larvae or eggs near body openings.
    Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 4 June 2026
  • This hotel is the seventh outpost from the brand, which debuted in Milan in 2004 and has since grown to include properties in London, Bali, Beijing, Shanghai, and Dubai; new openings in Rome, Moscow, Tokyo, and more are slated to open between 2022 and 2025.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 June 2026
Noun
  • Known for his enthusiastic impressions and warm camaraderie with Andy, Goober quickly became a fan favorite.
    Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 7 June 2026
  • After the third day of OTAs wrapped up, safety Talanoa Hufanga gave his initial impressions of Waddle.
    Luca Evans, Denver Post, 7 June 2026
Noun
  • Hills bend over valleys like graves for what remains of us, past and present.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 9 June 2026
  • In towns such as Maienfeld, the influx of mass tourism gives the impression that even remote valleys have become overrun.
    Jessi Jezewska Stevens, New Yorker, 8 June 2026
Noun
  • Start by making your way around the nooks and crannies of Bridgeway Promenade, Sausalito’s heart.
    Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 7 June 2026
  • The trick to creating a lush landscape that’s overflowing with blooms and color is to add trailing plants that will fill in all the nooks and crannies.
    Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 5 June 2026
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“Alveoli.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alveoli. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.

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