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Recent Examples of attics
Indoor insecticide sprays are rarely necessary and won’t solve the root problem, since many beetles may still be hiding inside walls or attics.
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Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2026
From attics filled with secrets and dragon war colleges to the jungles of Vietnam and the beaches of Newport, audiobooks can transport listeners to some unforgettable places.
—Ashlee Conour, Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2026
Projects such as additions, finished attics, basements and other substantial improvements have resulted in measurable increases in assessed value.
—Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 8 Feb. 2026
Water supply pipes in unheated interior areas, including basements, crawl spaces, attics, garages and cabinets.
—Mary Wasson, Austin American Statesman, 27 Jan. 2026
Additionally, decorations made of thin plastics, foam, or fabric don’t age well in hot attics, often melting, crumbling, or attracting pests.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Jan. 2026
The company still recommends prioritizing proper heating and insulation in areas like basements, attics and exterior walls.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 23 Jan. 2026
These air leaks around windows, doors and attics can waste up to 30% of heat.
—Jessica Dickler,greg Iacurci,kamaron McNair,sarah Agostino, CNBC, 23 Jan. 2026
Pipes that are more likely to freeze are those exposed to cold in uninsulated areas, including crawl spaces and attics, as well as outdoor hoses, swimming pool supply lines and water sprinkler lines, according to American Red Cross.
—Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2026
From attics filled with secrets and dragon war colleges to the jungles of Vietnam and the beaches of Newport, audiobooks can transport listeners to some unforgettable places.
—Ashlee Conour, Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2026
Projects such as additions, finished attics, basements and other substantial improvements have resulted in measurable increases in assessed value.
—Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 8 Feb. 2026
Water supply pipes in unheated interior areas, including basements, crawl spaces, attics, garages and cabinets.
—Mary Wasson, Austin American Statesman, 27 Jan. 2026
Additionally, decorations made of thin plastics, foam, or fabric don’t age well in hot attics, often melting, crumbling, or attracting pests.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Jan. 2026
The company still recommends prioritizing proper heating and insulation in areas like basements, attics and exterior walls.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 23 Jan. 2026
These air leaks around windows, doors and attics can waste up to 30% of heat.
—Jessica Dickler,greg Iacurci,kamaron McNair,sarah Agostino, CNBC, 23 Jan. 2026
Pipes that are more likely to freeze are those exposed to cold in uninsulated areas, including crawl spaces and attics, as well as outdoor hoses, swimming pool supply lines and water sprinkler lines, according to American Red Cross.
—Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for attics
lofts
Noun
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The towable dwelling includes a living area with a home office, two lofts, and a spacious central kitchen.—
Adam Williams
March 14,
New Atlas,
14 Mar. 2026
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Fourteen of the units will include lofts.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Attics.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attics. Accessed 30 Mar. 2026.
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