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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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Despite his outward calm, Smith is a man under siege.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
8 Mar. 2026
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Thursday's the calm before Friday's soggy storm in parts of Minnesota, with some fog and low clouds to start the day again.—
Joseph Dames,
CBS News,
5 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Spending healthy years in idleness isn’t good for you.—
Editorial Board,
Washington Post,
14 Feb. 2026
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DeJean, who recorded the game-changing pick-six in Super Bowl LIX, couldn’t comprehend postseason idleness.—
Brooks Kubena,
New York Times,
12 Jan. 2026
Noun
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But restfulness dropped—my body noticed the break.—
Marisa McMillan,
Outside,
29 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Comfort Care, a respite agency in San Diego, donated its time and set up indoor activity stations featuring face painting, bubbles and crafts for children.—
Amy Stark Shireman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 Mar. 2026
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After a few days respite from severe weather, Tuesday could bring back the chances of thunderstorms and tornadoes.—
Julia James,
Dallas Morning News,
9 Mar. 2026
Noun
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With clean lines and monochromatic color schemes, minimalist bedrooms offer serenity through simplicity.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
3 Mar. 2026
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Seek serenity at Hotel Belmar, Monteverde, Costa Rica There is no rush at Hotel Belmar.—
Catherine Garcia,
TheWeek,
3 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Edgar Allan Poe’s Grave Located in Westminster Hall and Burying Ground, stop by to see Poe’s final resting place.—
Gaby Iori
March 3,
Literary Hub,
3 Mar. 2026
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The fallout includes damaged reputations, irate customers and lost confidence and early final resting places at junk yards.—
Ed Sokalski,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Feb. 2026
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