as in mansion
a large impressive residence
the ivy-covered manse is one of the town's oldest and most prominent landmarks
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Recent Examples of manse
Among his notable works are Rosedale, 1991, depicting a manse and bare trees in a snowstorm, and White Canoe, 1990–91, a nighttime water scene.
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News Desk, Artforum, 15 July 2025
The ex-wife of the King of Rock ’n’ Roll had appeared at Graceland during the annual Elvis Week celebration and later hosted a three-day festival at the famous manse extolling the virtues of elegant southern living.
—Stacy Perman, Los Angeles Times, 19 June 2025
The manse, where the church’s pastors lived, was purchased at the same time but was never designated as a landmark.
—Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 16 June 2025
While the church was a historic landmark, the manse wasn’t.
—Charlotte Observer, 14 July 2025
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News Desk, Artforum, 15 July 2025
The ex-wife of the King of Rock ’n’ Roll had appeared at Graceland during the annual Elvis Week celebration and later hosted a three-day festival at the famous manse extolling the virtues of elegant southern living.
—Stacy Perman, Los Angeles Times, 19 June 2025
The manse, where the church’s pastors lived, was purchased at the same time but was never designated as a landmark.
—Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 16 June 2025
While the church was a historic landmark, the manse wasn’t.
—Charlotte Observer, 14 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for manse
Noun
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Cardi also dropped a trailer for the album, showing her inside a house as crows swarm and attack her mansion.—
Tomás Mier,
Rolling Stone,
15 Aug. 2025
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Designed by architect John W. Kearney, the $17.95 million mansion with a host of classic features is available via Daniel Heider and Jaclyn Mason of TTR Sotheby’s International Realty.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
14 Aug. 2025
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The hacienda-style home is swathed in vines and surrounded by immaculate landscaping with native plants and blooming, vibrant flowers.—
Emma Reynolds,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
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Or, upgrade to expansive suites, haciendas, or villas with sweeping views of the Sea of Cortez, infinity-edge hot tubs, or private plunge pools.—
Emily Hochberg,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Dec. 2024
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The manor showcases a half-timbered granite facade and a slate roof, mirroring many of the first homes built in Northern Europe.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
30 July 2025
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Just a stroll from the manors, the Retreat is like a day club with a full-service spa, gym and a restaurant (more delicious details on it in a bit) open to guests with a day pass.—
DeMarco Williams,
Forbes.com,
18 July 2025
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The property also has two pools, a tennis court and a $1 million geothermal heating system and concealed solar field, which allows the estate to fulfill its own energy needs.—
Mary Whitfill Roeloffs,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Local architect Bennet & Associates designed the estate, which previously occupied two acres but later was split in two.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Aug. 2025
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Meanwhile, ancient castles rise from misty riverbanks—like Trim and Kilkenny—as woolly sheep graze across emerald pastures.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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Thank you to everyone who visited the castle and estate during the 2025 summer season.—
Meredith Kile,
People.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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Rather, the problem is the real-estate programs that run alongside the hospitality developments: All the projects have a villa component, and Discovery Land Company is predicated on member-owners, which rubs many locals the wrong way philosophically.—
Mark Ellwood,
Robb Report,
10 Aug. 2025
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From there, Sosa moves the story a few miles away to follow a group of wealthy neighbors gathered at a luxurious villa to celebrate the start of summer and St. John’s Eve.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
9 Aug. 2025
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“Manse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/manse. Accessed 23 Aug. 2025.
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