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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
Days spent on the beaches of the Amalfi Coast are the picture of il dolce far niente.
—Laura Itzkowitz, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Mar. 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
Days spent on the beaches of the Amalfi Coast are the picture of il dolce far niente.
—Laura Itzkowitz, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dolce far niente
Noun
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Rhys wanted Nile’s propensity for maintaining an unsettling sense of calm — even as his world comes crashing down around him amid Aggie’s investigation into his troubled past — to resemble Anthony Hopkins’ Hannibal Lecter.—
Max Gao,
HollywoodReporter,
7 June 2026
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Along with internalized attention, increases in these brain waves are associated with feelings of calm and creativity.—
Jacqueline Howard,
CNN Money,
7 June 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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The proof was in my Oura ring sleep score—96% and optimal restfulness.—
Brianna Peters,
Vogue,
28 Mar. 2026
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But restfulness dropped—my body noticed the break.—
Marisa McMillan,
Outside,
29 Dec. 2025
Noun
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The pair found native species and migratory birds using the canyon as a respite on their long seasonal journeys.—
Elise Schmelzer,
Denver Post,
7 June 2026
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The circular 1882 Lobby Bar (named for the year of the hotel’s founding) has a captivating night sky mural on its ceiling, while a cozy lobby fireplace makes an inviting respite on cold winter days.—
Julekha Dash,
Travel + Leisure,
6 June 2026
Noun
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But Kostyuk has the freedom and serenity afforded by confidence — as well as motivation from facing the 19-year-old Russian at the business end of a tournament peppered with reminders of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
3 June 2026
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Set the scene Guests flock here from the US, many from cold-weather states like Colorado and the Northeast, looking for a piece of serenity by the sand.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
Noun
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That's because the 250-foot structure would be built on a roundabout near the main entrance to Arlington National Cemetery, the final resting place for over 400,000 active-duty service members, veterans and their families.—
Rachel Treisman,
NPR,
10 June 2026
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Set in 10th century Vietnam, the film follows seven warriors on a secret mission to create a strategic diversion to ensure that the final resting place of Vietnam’s first Emperor remains an eternal mystery.—
Liz Shackleton,
Deadline,
9 June 2026
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