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
There is also a new yoga pavilion near the river, while another platform offers space for wellness talks and experiences, such as the blissful Sacred Nap Ritual, during which a wellness mentor guides participants through a story while guests are blissfully cradled in silk hammocks.
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Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 31 Aug. 2025
The resort has 452 suites, and every single one comes with a private balcony and a hammock.
—Judy Koutsky, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2025
Accommodations feature floor-to-ceiling windows and two-person hammocks on open-air verandas (four suites have private pools).
—Devorah Lev-Tov, AFAR Media, 26 Aug. 2025
The luxury beach club and restaurant is known for its panoramic terrace overlooking the sea, teak hammocks and Balinese beds, as well as their menu, which of course, features fresh lobster.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 25 Aug. 2025
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Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 31 Aug. 2025
The resort has 452 suites, and every single one comes with a private balcony and a hammock.
—Judy Koutsky, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2025
Accommodations feature floor-to-ceiling windows and two-person hammocks on open-air verandas (four suites have private pools).
—Devorah Lev-Tov, AFAR Media, 26 Aug. 2025
The luxury beach club and restaurant is known for its panoramic terrace overlooking the sea, teak hammocks and Balinese beds, as well as their menu, which of course, features fresh lobster.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 25 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hammock
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Loneliness is the healthy emotion that nudges us to get off the couch and go be with people.—
Dev Patnaik,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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The Pro Bowl defensive tackle was tossed out of the Eagles’ home opener on Thursday night before many viewers had even gotten settled on their couches.—
Kevin Dotson,
CNN Money,
9 Sep. 2025
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And of course, anyone in the market for a new outdoor sofa needs this one from Signature Design by Ashley, which recently dropped under $600.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Sep. 2025
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The 16-by-20-foot floor plan in the modular mini home includes a spacious living area with room for a large sofa or a loveseat with armchairs for multiple seating options.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
4 Sep. 2025
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Inside, 88 unique rooms with vintage furnishings and original art whisk guests back in time—with the addition of modern comforts like plush mattresses and crisp linens, of course.—
Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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Brooklyn Bedding Brooklyn Bedding—a cooling mattress Brooklyn Bedding’s Copperflex Pro is an ideal choice for anyone interested in a cooler, cleaner sleep.—
Sherrie Nachman,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Hammock.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hammock. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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