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
  • In 2010, for example, literary scholar Julie Brown suggested that renowned American poet Emily Dickinson had characteristics – such as sensory issues, social quirkiness and a savant’s command of language – that align with those of some individuals on the autism spectrum.
    Bradley J. Irish, The Conversation, 29 Apr. 2025
  • Users still can't control the number of speakers, their demographic characteristics, accents, or conversation length.
    Roger Dooley, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • There was Cyrenaica, in eastern Libya, which was pitched as woodsy and lovely with an excellent climate, but turned out to suffer from perpetual drought.
    Kathryn Schulz, New Yorker, 28 Apr. 2025
  • However the climate and way of life may be more suited as a lifestyle choice or even retirement in a very affordable destination.
    Paul Williams, Forbes.com, 28 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • While the residence has a jewel-box atmosphere, with luxurious emerald green drapes, ruby red bathroom tiles, Murano chandeliers, and beautifully patterned throw pillows on the couches and beds, that balcony is a total scene stealer.
    Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 1 May 2025
  • When our planet interacts with that rubble river, those comet bits race through Earth's atmosphere at high speeds: 41 miles (66 km) per second, to produce the shooting star effect.
    Joe Rao, Space.com, 1 May 2025
Noun
  • According to police Shriner was hit in the shoulder and then retreated inside her property.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Apr. 2025
  • Five people were arrested for allegedly submitting false claims that their properties were damaged in the January Los Angeles wildfires, the Justice Department announced Friday.
    Kaitlyn Huamani, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • The ambience of the nearby commercial street owed much to iron grates and plywood.
    Murr Brewster, Christian Science Monitor, 16 Apr. 2025
  • But lighting your home for mood and ambience is no longer limited by power outlets and length of cords.
    Miles Walls, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • It’s been linked to everything from lower stress to better mood, for starters.
    Caroline Tien, SELF, 28 Apr. 2025
  • Almost all the picks were in, and the mood was light.
    Richard Deitsch, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Every Friday, the family-friendly Thalassa Brunch transforms the cozy setting into a lively evening filled with Greek flavors and music from a live band and DJ that eventually sees diners take to the floor.
    Natasha Amar, Forbes.com, 23 Apr. 2025
  • The latest limited-edition flavor to grace the shelves of your local grocery store is one of the brand’s first sweet-and-savory innovations, creating a very special cookie born from a beloved snack.
    Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 23 Apr. 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 6 May. 2025.

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