balconies

plural of balcony
as in decks
a flat roofless structure attached to a building on summer mornings I often have breakfast out on the balcony

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Recent Examples of balconies My suite, called the Elysium Loft, has three balconies and its own sauna. Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2026 Suites, guest rooms with fireplaces, balconies are available, as well as a three-bedroom penthouse of 2,100 square feet that sleeps six. Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 14 Aug. 2026 Russell shares that wrought iron railings, gates, and balconies are all coming back into vogue, just with a bit of a fresher touch. Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 13 Aug. 2026 Located on the beach and the Biloxi Boardwalk, South Beach Biloxi Hotel & Suites offers one- and two-bedroom suites featuring full kitchens and private balconies. Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 11 Aug. 2026 Setups of the 81 guest rooms include king or queen beds, suites, bunk rooms, and some with balconies overlooking the rolling hills. Julia Sayers Gokhale, Midwest Living, 9 Aug. 2026 That’s exemplified by the expansive outdoor terraces and balconies that appear to hang over the bustling Beltline Eastside Trail. Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 7 Aug. 2026 Rooms overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea have balconies, canopy beds with crisp white linens, and floors made of handpainted Vietri tiles. Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 4 Aug. 2026 The larger suites come with dining tables, true balconies (in all but the Deluxe Suites), and extra VIP perks. Erica Silverstein, Travel + Leisure, 4 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for balconies
Noun
  • After all, slide decks and presentations sit at the center of knowledge work.
    Rachel Wells, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2026
  • Housed in a buttery leather sleeve that’s unmistakably Bottega, this comes with two custom decks created in collaboration with legendary Italian cardmaker Modiano.
    Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 8 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Aren Elliott Restoring Terasaka’s rice terraces In nearby Yokoze, sustainable tourism means something completely different.
    Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 16 Aug. 2026
  • Nestled in the Yungas forest, the museum features wide terraces overlooking the city.
    News Desk, Artforum, 13 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Its bold form and foliage make for a dramatic addition to patios and porches.
    Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 9 Aug. 2026
  • The walkable neighborhood will feature front porches, sidewalks and landscaped green spaces, creating an environment that encourages neighborhood engagement and community connection.
    Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Aug. 2026

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“Balconies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/balconies. Accessed 17 Aug. 2026.

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