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Recent Examples of cot
The member lay back down on the cot and strapped himself in tighter.
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Alexandra Petri, The Atlantic, 21 Jan. 2026
Several BUSARs had already set up tents; Sharbs brought a one-person cot pod.
—Paige Williams, New Yorker, 12 Jan. 2026
The report notes the investigation revealed that the child was initially found with her head wedged between the railing of the portable crib and a plastic cot that had been placed over it.
—Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Dec. 2025
But the process had its ups and downs, and meant several months of staying on a cot.
—Helen Rummel, AZCentral.com, 20 Oct. 2025
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Alexandra Petri, The Atlantic, 21 Jan. 2026
Several BUSARs had already set up tents; Sharbs brought a one-person cot pod.
—Paige Williams, New Yorker, 12 Jan. 2026
The report notes the investigation revealed that the child was initially found with her head wedged between the railing of the portable crib and a plastic cot that had been placed over it.
—Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Dec. 2025
But the process had its ups and downs, and meant several months of staying on a cot.
—Helen Rummel, AZCentral.com, 20 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cot
Noun
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Moving farther back, the Carryboy floor plan includes a U-sofa rear dining lounge that seats five to six people.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
30 Mar. 2026
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Shortly after the stool is thrown, her young daughter, who was nearby on the sofa during the fight, can be heard crying.—
Angela Yang,
NBC news,
29 Mar. 2026
Noun
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In its entirety, the hotel feels like a Los Angeles bungalow by way of Martha’s Vineyard.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Mar. 2026
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From an overwater bungalow in the Bahamas to an art-forward hideaway steps from jungle treks in Trinidad, these are some of the most memorable places to stay in the Caribbean right now.—
Bailey Berg,
Architectural Digest,
23 Mar. 2026
Noun
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In the clip, shared by @whit_fashionfinds, footage from inside her living room shows her teen on hands and knees pushing clutter across the floor and underneath the couch.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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And the shots of nature are very pretty indeed — the documentary might inspire you, once you’re done watching, or even sooner, to get off the couch and go into the world.—
Television Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Summit Huts already operates five backcountry huts in Summit County and will fundraise to build the Frisco hut.—
John Meyer,
Denver Post,
29 Mar. 2026
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The Kimbo camper has always felt to us less an RV and more a stylish backcountry hut or woodsy cabin secured to a pickup bed.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The outdoor area shines with a small pool, roof deck, and hammock.—
Madeline Weinfield,
Architectural Digest,
25 Mar. 2026
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When compared to other free-hanging wilderness shelters, there are lighter hammock systems out there, but unlike the typical two-point setup of a hammock, each Tentstile tent uses a triangular three-strap setup to create a flatter, stabler floor.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
25 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The space is full of playful contrasts—checkered wallpaper from Schumacher, a leopard-print carpet, and a whimsical Avalon rattan daybed by Serena & Lily.—
Amy Bradford,
Architectural Digest,
21 Mar. 2026
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Don’t miss this two-in-one porch swing that reclines to create a daybed.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
11 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Lani Ryan, the organizer of the GoFundMe fundraiser, said her grandson, Julius, was attacked by a pit bull inside his home while resting in the bottom bunk after returning from a spring break spent with her and Julius’ brother at Great Wolf Lodge.—
Tanya Babbar,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
26 Mar. 2026
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The four-bedroom also features vaulted ceilings and large windows with Gore Range views, plus a chef’s kitchen, den, bunk room, and gym.—
The Week US,
TheWeek,
23 Mar. 2026
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“Cot.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cot. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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