cubbyholes

plural of cubbyhole

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Noun
  • In addition, the stair tool and combination tool help get into all the nooks and crannies of your house for top-to-bottom cleaning.
    Cierra Cowan, PC Magazine, 23 June 2026
  • Explore Harpers Ferry’s History As the National Park Service has preserved most of the centuries-old buildings in Harpers Ferry, the entire town is a historical site in its own right, with countless nooks and crannies to explore.
    Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 21 June 2026
Noun
  • At just under 2 feet wide, the compact table is the perfect size for smaller patios, porches, and garden nooks where space is at a premium.
    Kate Donovan, Southern Living, 22 June 2026
  • Gorgeous gardens and common spaces, including a large pool ringed by palm trees, and a stylish main house with plenty of sitting areas and dining nooks.
    Elizabeth Cantrell, Travel + Leisure, 21 June 2026
Noun
  • It is sold on street corners from vendors with large gourds, and also seen mixed with spirits on cocktail menus in upscale restaurants throughout the state.
    Daniel Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 24 June 2026
  • England won five corners in the additional 6 minutes at the end.
    Monica Alba, NBC news, 24 June 2026
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
Noun
  • Couches and chairs replace cubicles and sales offices.
    Michael Wayland, CNBC, 17 June 2026
  • Monger noted that traps were placed on the floors around the building and in employee cubicles, and the rodents were being caught daily.
    Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 4 June 2026
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