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Recent Examples of dolce far niente
Lovers of all things Tuscany will appreciate the city’s proximity to the region’s renowned wineries, rolling landscapes, and idyllic dolce far niente lifestyle.
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Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 2 Nov. 2025
For the less athletically inclined, the heated, saltwater infinity pool is pretty much the epitome of il dolce far niente.
—Laura Itzkowitz, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2025
At Jeremy Adler’s new Beethoven Market in L.A.’s Mar Vista neighborhood, happy hour is called ora del dolce far niente.
—Andy Wang, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025
Alternatively, those who want to conjure a Mediterranean feel this summer, there are plenty retro-printed one-pieces from Pucci and Missoni, to really lean into a ‘dolce far niente’ mood.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 13 May 2025
Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 2 Nov. 2025
For the less athletically inclined, the heated, saltwater infinity pool is pretty much the epitome of il dolce far niente.
—Laura Itzkowitz, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2025
At Jeremy Adler’s new Beethoven Market in L.A.’s Mar Vista neighborhood, happy hour is called ora del dolce far niente.
—Andy Wang, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025
Alternatively, those who want to conjure a Mediterranean feel this summer, there are plenty retro-printed one-pieces from Pucci and Missoni, to really lean into a ‘dolce far niente’ mood.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 13 May 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dolce far niente
Noun
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Nestled within the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina, Boone’s endless mountainous views and lush green spaces create an instant sense of calm.—
Essence,
Essence,
7 Nov. 2025
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Four guest bedrooms on the main level each have an attached bathroom—two also have walk-in closets—and share a cozy living area and a spa zone with a fitness room, sauna, and garden-level calm.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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This patience is watchfulness, not idleness.—
Francois Botha,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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All of which could lead to so much work that a man like Wyatt Harper might never have another day of idleness again.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The neighbourhood The peaceful setting offers respite from the mayhem of inner-city Athens, and there may not be Acropolis views, but the ancient site is easily reachable by taxi for a half-day’s trip.—
Jemima Sissons,
Condé Nast Traveler,
8 Jan. 2026
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Eaton Canyon is an easily accessible respite above Altadena and the other suburban communities that sit on the far-northern end of the San Gabriel Valley.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Locals cherish the balance between welcoming visitors and preserving the serenity that defines their hometowns.—
Amplified Content Studio,
Mercury News,
7 Jan. 2026
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That’s mostly because this is the only spa in Lisbon offering treatments inside a hammam, and in creating such a separate space from the rest of the hotel, the brand has managed to create a wonderful pocket of serenity.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Friday night’s 2-1 loss against Leeds was the day the first shovels went into the ground as West Ham’s relegation resting place is constructed.—
Roshane Thomas,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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While there aren’t any specific ghost tales associated with this cemetery, the grounds serve as the final resting place of several early park guests, staff, and Southern Sierra Miwok Nation community members.—
Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Oct. 2025
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“Dolce far niente.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dolce%20far%20niente. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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