genius locis

Definition of genius locisnext
plural of genius loci
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Noun
  • Different microclimates from mountain pastures to valley farms influence the milk’s characteristics.
    Antonia Mortensen, CNN Money, 2 May 2026
  • Analyze the traits shared by successful long shots in past Derbies, and identify horses carrying those characteristics in 2026.
    Peter Keating, New York Times, 1 May 2026
Noun
  • Ajax trials during 2019-20 were temporarily halted after soldiers complained that excessive vibrations were causing hearing loss.
    Will Barker, TheWeek, 1 May 2026
  • The purpose of manganese in the region below the aculeus, the team speculates, is probably to improve the flexibility and absorption of vibrations.
    Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 1 May 2026
Noun
  • Jean Baptiste Point DuSable, a Black man known as the city’s first non-native settler, sold his properties in Chicago.
    Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 7 May 2026
  • Lemon Balm — Mint-family herb with calming, anti-anxiety, and antidepressant properties.
    Ryan Brennan May 6, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 May 2026
Noun
  • While not the fastest nor sportiest luxury EV SUV, the Mercedes-Benz showcases the enduring carmaker’s best attributes.
    James Raia, Mercury News, 1 May 2026
  • Durability has been one of Glesnes’ attributes since arriving in MLS.
    Damian Calhoun, Daily News, 1 May 2026
Noun
  • Fallon showed framed pictures of him hanging out with F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali and posing with racecar studs Max Verstappen and Isack Hadjar at the Miami International Autodrome in Miami Gardens.
    Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 7 May 2026
  • Rittenhouse also posted pictures of himself in a hospital bed as well as a close-up shot of the spider's bite mark.
    Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 7 May 2026
Noun
  • In fact, there are a wide variety of strong smells, including garlic and many essential oils, that may also repel ants in your home.
    Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 25 Apr. 2026
  • These dishes will fill your kitchen with fun sounds and mouthwatering smells.
    Amanda Favazza, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • The best cotija has layers of milky, grassy, nutty flavors that marry perfectly with not just Mexican dishes but all things savory.
    Jolene Thym, Mercury News, 4 May 2026
  • In fact, Americans of all backgrounds are seeking out new global flavors and authentic experiences, according to market research company Datassential.
    Dee-Ann Durbin, Los Angeles Times, 4 May 2026
Noun
  • Arimatsu’s team is continuing the search for atmospheres around other TNOs by relying on stellar occultation observations.
    Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 4 May 2026
  • Unlike most exoplanet studies, which focus on atmospheres, astronomers analyzed heat emitted from this planet's surface.
    Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 4 May 2026
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“Genius locis.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/genius%20locis. Accessed 9 May. 2026.

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