Thesaurus results for LABYRINTH

labyrinth

noun

ˈla-bə-ˌrin(t)th

as in maze

a confusing and complicated arrangement of passages we eventually realized that we were lost in the labyrinth of hallways in the museum

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Recent Examples of labyrinth Hiding in a labyrinth of gardens and more than 50 art installations, private bungalows and three-bedroom villas with freshwater pools overlook Crete’s curving, mountainous coastline. —

Yulia Denisyuk, Robb Report, 16 Apr. 2026 While navigating the labyrinth with the help of Hoggle (Shari Weiser, voiced by Brian Henson), Sarah encounters one fantastical character after another, including The Worm (voiced by Timothy Bateson) and The Junk Lady (voiced by Denise Bryer). —

David Faris, TheWeek, 16 Apr. 2026 The parcels snake through a labyrinth of belts before being loaded on aircraft and shipped to their next destination. —

John Beifuss, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026 American Gothic Antiques is the best place to step back in time, with a labyrinth of connected rooms showcasing vintage glassware, books, toys, and artwork. —

Caroline Eubanks, Travel + Leisure, 11 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for labyrinth

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maze

Noun

An emerald’s garden turns into a mesmerizing maze while curves turn a sapphire cabochon into a deep pool.

— Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 13 May 2026
In this strange new world – where everyday objects loom like mountains – the tiny trio must stick together to survive, navigating water towers, sewer mazes and unpredictable robot cleaners.

— Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 11 May 2026