as in deck
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 balcony Visitors are instantly captivated by Tbilisi’s ancient churches, winding cobblestone streets, and vibrant balconies that paint the city in color and history. Essence, 7 Nov. 2025 There remains an indoor running track on the second flor that serves as a balcony behind each basket for standing room and VIP areas during basketball games. Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 7 Nov. 2025 The flames entered his apartment over and underneath the door, and the man escaped via his balcony. Nick Ferraro, Twin Cities, 7 Nov. 2025 Each of the 119 rooms is spacious and serene, outfitted with deep soaking tubs, Hästens beds, and balconies that open to crisp mountain air. Mark Ellwood, AFAR Media, 7 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for balcony
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Noun
  • Taking the stage during the group’s induction, Spinderella reflected on her four-decade journey behind the decks.
    Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 10 Nov. 2025
  • Plus, there’s a deck on the lower level that’s a great spot for additional seating and decor.
    Jamie Weissman, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • With its numerous terraces and hanging gardens, the house flows organically down the slope to the scenic Pittwater waterway, creating a perfect harmony with the surrounding mature trees and natural shrubbery.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 11 Nov. 2025
  • Variety first met Miñarro around 1994 at a dinner organized by Catalan Films on a Barcelona terrace overlooking the Mediterranean.
    John Hopewell, Variety, 11 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • Picture yourself in a rocking chair on your wraparound porch, French doors wide open, and no clutter in sight.
    Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 6 Nov. 2025
  • There, officers found the 32-year-old mother of four on the porch of a home.
    Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 6 Nov. 2025

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“Balcony.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/balcony. Accessed 17 Nov. 2025.

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