genius loci

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Recent Examples of genius loci These stories, embedded in the design, culture and essence of a destination, tap into the spirit of place, or genius loci, creating a narrative that resonates on a personal level. Roger Sands, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024 These stories, embedded in the design, culture and essence of a destination, tap into the spirit of place, or genius loci, creating a narrative that resonates on a personal level. Roger Sands, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024 Inspiration was found in the genius loci of this region, known for both the elegance of its Renaissance villas and the rough-hewn farmhouses that date back to medieval times. ELLE Decor, 30 Nov. 2022 The wealthy part-time residents, with their renovation and caretaking and groundskeeping needs, are the mill in this town, so the genius loci is also an employer. Rafil Kroll-Zaidi, Harper’s Magazine , 17 Aug. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for genius loci
Noun
  • The Justice Department earlier this month published a list of the nine characteristics of sanctuary jurisdictions.
    Laura Tillman, Hartford Courant, 16 Aug. 2025
  • Can’t a mother have characteristics outside of that culturally narrowed scope?
    Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 16 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • Experts in business management have noted that companies generally don’t take measures on diversity and climate because of a political stance, but rather as a business decision.
    Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2025
  • Blending care, resistance and expression, the film offers a powerful lens on social, political and climate crises—and on the strength of collective action.
    Leo Barraclough, Variety, 14 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • London was one of her great loves, and the observations in Mrs. Dalloway of its vibrant atmosphere were Woolf’s as well.
    Hillary Kelly, The Atlantic, 5 Aug. 2025
  • Even after the members had exited the stage, the musicians continued to play — with the electric guitar and keys holding the atmosphere for nearly a full minute.
    Billboard Korea, Billboard, 4 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • The man, a Mexican national, pleaded not guilty to assaulting a federal officer, assaulting a federal officer resulting in bodily injury and destruction of government property, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
    Caleb Lunetta, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Aug. 2025
  • The Fourth Amendment guarantees the right to refuse search or entry to property without a valid and signed judicial warrant.
    Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 12 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • How much natural light pours in from windows can make or break a space’s ambience.
    Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 11 Aug. 2025
  • Look at the discreet entrances and hushed ambience of first-class airport lounges.
    Matteo Atti, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • There was a mood of expectancy mingled with apprehension, and a sense of the audience holding its collective breath.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 14 Aug. 2025
  • The seating defines the mood of the space—and these need to be as comfy as possible to enjoy your at-home big screen cramp-free.
    Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 14 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • Together, these flavors create a unique local cuisine that ranges from fresh seafood to hearty soups.
    Tia Lovisa Moreira, Travel + Leisure, 7 Aug. 2025
  • Ice Cream Sundae isn’t the only throwback flavor to hit store shelves this year.
    Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 6 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • The story ties together the karma of these characters with that of the mysterious witness played by Park Hae-soo (Squid Game II, Money Heist II).
    Joan MacDonald, Forbes.com, 5 Apr. 2025
  • So that good karma should be paying off.
    Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 1 Apr. 2025

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“Genius loci.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/genius%20loci. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.

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