cubbyholes

noun

plural of cubbyhole
as in crannies

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  1. crannies
  2. nooks
  3. corners
  4. alcoves
  5. cubicles
Noun
  • As many news reports will remind you, thoroughly rinsing produce under clean, running water is recommended, especially for fruits and vegetables with nooks and crannies where dirt and contaminants may become trapped.
    — Anthony Reardon, Kansas City Star, 15 July 2026
  • In keeping, La Posta Vecchia’s intimate feel is that of a friend’s family castle, full of eccentric art pieces and quirky nooks and crannies in which to get lost.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 July 2026
Definition of crannies
Noun
  • As many news reports will remind you, thoroughly rinsing produce under clean, running water is recommended, especially for fruits and vegetables with nooks and crannies where dirt and contaminants may become trapped.
    — Anthony Reardon, Kansas City Star, 15 July 2026
  • Additionally, an adjacent staircase incorporates multiple drawers, nooks, and cupboards built into the wall.
    — Adam Williams July 15, New Atlas, 15 July 2026
Definition of nooks
Noun
  • Kennedy has been unable to implement several elements of his vaccine agenda in the face of resistance from different corners of the government, including within the health department and the White House, the Reuters reporting found.
    — CNN Money, CNN Money, 16 July 2026
  • Filled with leafy corners, soft shadows, and the relaxed pleasure of making something with your hands.
    — Rafael Peña, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026
Definition of corners
Noun
  • By that time Dame Frances had established the idea of theaters of memory—imaginary architectural structures, replete with columns and alcoves and windows, where items can be placed for later recollection.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 13 May 2026
  • The food court was completely shuttered, and the Coca-Cola vending machines had been yanked from their alcoves.
    — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 1 May 2026
Definition of alcoves
Noun
  • United’s newest business-class cubicles add oversized 27-inch entertainment screens, caviar service, luxury skincare products and multi-course dining on long-haul international services.
    — Rio Yamat, Fortune, 7 July 2026
  • United’s newest business-class cubicles add oversized 27-inch entertainment screens, caviar service, luxury skincare products and multi-course dining on long-haul international services.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 6 July 2026
Definition of cubicles
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