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hammock

noun

Definition of hammock

as in couch

a type of bed that consists of a piece of cloth hung between two trees, poles, etc. He was found napping on the hammock in the backyard when he was supposed to be doing yard work.

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Recent Examples of hammock Those looking for more affordable ways to update outdoor spaces can snag hammocks and chairs for up to 64 percent off, full-size grills for under $400, and adorable mushroom spikes that water your plants for you. — Melissa Epifano, PEOPLE, 26 June 2026 Thankfully, flight attendants who have clocked miles of air time say that foot hammocks are a low-cost hack for easing knee and foot pain. — Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 26 June 2026 Both are big enough to wander through, with hammocks strung at intervals and Adirondack chairs scattered throughout. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 June 2026 Kayaks are lined up for early paddles, while hammocks handle the lazy stretches in between. — Madeline Weinfield, Architectural Digest, 24 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for hammock

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Nothing soothes the soul quite like the sun and sand — and, for some people, a giant shade canopy, indoor couch and a table decked out with flatware and a fancy meal.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
Ours was a 430-square-foot Sapphire Suite, with a walk-in closet, couch, dining table, an alcove with a queen-size bed, and a big marble bathroom with double sinks and a large shower.

— Fran Golden, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026

Definition of couch

Noun

The living room’s large enough to hold a sofa and a dining nook, and the bedroom can fit a king.

— Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 6 July 2026
It's equipped with two sofas and separate chairs that convert into multiple sleeping arrangements, along with two private in-room sinks, restrooms, and showers.

— Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 4 July 2026

Definition of sofa

Noun

The RoamRest 6-in RV queen mattress is located behind and above the dinette, completing a cozy two-person layout.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 8 July 2026
Orkin recommends inspecting hotel rooms before unpacking by checking mattresses and furniture for live bugs, shed skins, tiny eggs or dark, ink-like stains.

— Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 7 July 2026

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