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as in place
a situation or activity for which a person or thing is best suited
after several false starts, she finally found her niche in the restaurant business
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as in habitat
the place where a plant or animal is usually or naturally found
the platypus's niche is the waters of eastern Australia and Tasmania
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as in to locate
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Recent Examples of niche
Preston Fore, Fortune, 12 June 2026
Gut health has moved from niche wellness chatter to mainstream obsession, and luxury retreats are racing to meet demand with bespoke microbiome programs, fasting cures and digestive overhauls.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 11 June 2026
Witter is uniquely equipped for a position as niche as this, having started his career cataloging the work of photographer Richard Avedon at the Center for Creative Photography in Tucson, Arizona.
—Max Berlinger, Vogue, 11 June 2026
Final Demo Thoughts and Release Date The Nintendo Switch launched with heavy hitters like Mario and Zelda, but nearly 10 years and 150 million console sales later, a niche, neat game like Rhythm Heaven Groove is a perfect late-period release for the aging console.
—Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 11 June 2026
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Noun
The shift comes as space transforms from a niche frontier into one of the buzziest corners of tech and business, attracting major backing from billionaires including Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Richard Branson.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 12 June 2026
Gut health has moved from niche wellness chatter to mainstream obsession, and luxury retreats are racing to meet demand with bespoke microbiome programs, fasting cures and digestive overhauls.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 11 June 2026
Witter is uniquely equipped for a position as niche as this, having started his career cataloging the work of photographer Richard Avedon at the Center for Creative Photography in Tucson, Arizona.
—Max Berlinger, Vogue, 11 June 2026
Final Demo Thoughts and Release Date The Nintendo Switch launched with heavy hitters like Mario and Zelda, but nearly 10 years and 150 million console sales later, a niche, neat game like Rhythm Heaven Groove is a perfect late-period release for the aging console.
—Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 11 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for niche
Noun
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The sleeping alcove offers more privacy than the typical studio due to floor-to-ceiling built-ins.—
Matthew Sedacca,
Curbed,
8 June 2026
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The main 64 x 80-in (163 x 203-cm) super-queen bed is located up in the alcove, which is all but encased in glass thanks to its two large side windows and the skylight above.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
4 June 2026
Noun
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Next week, vote counts will take place Tuesday, June 16 and Thursday, June 18.—
Steve Scauzillo,
Daily News,
9 June 2026
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One Japanese city is taking no chances after a series of bear sightings this week, closing nearly 100 schools as officials scour the town, and as attacks take place elsewhere in the country.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
9 June 2026
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But habitat became inconsequential when the animals ceased to exist.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
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Now, just weeks later, the once-tiny pup is exploring more of his habitat and winning over visitors in the process.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
10 June 2026
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Dominical, another popular surf destination located next to Uvita, has a smattering of luxury villas and hotels, like Lamangata Luxury Surf Resort.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 June 2026
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The 41-year-old woman was located by police Wednesday night near a column of smoke at the intersection of Churchill Downs Avenue and Santa Anita Drive on Woodland’s north side, the release said.—
Sean Campbell,
Sacbee.com,
12 June 2026
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During the four-month primary campaign, Raman offered withering critiques of Bass’ first term, saying the mayor failed to act with urgency on homelessness, apartment construction, street repairs and the exodus of entertainment jobs from the region.—
Noah Goldberg,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
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Thomas was then promoted to the top job in March 2025, with the title of design director.—
Laure Guilbault,
Vogue,
8 June 2026
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The deliberate blackouts, commonly known as Public Safety Power Shutoff, or PSPS, events, are affecting homes and businesses in eight counties north and west of Sacramento County.—
Sean Campbell,
Sacbee.com,
12 June 2026
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Christina Baanders-Decker and her husband, who run Midwest Cyclery in Westport, were ecstatic to learn the Dutch national team would call Kansas City home for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.—
Eleanor Nash,
Kansas City Star,
12 June 2026
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The company's Pegasus rover is designed as part of a broader effort to establish a more permanent human presence on the moon.—
Karen Morfitt,
CBS News,
6 June 2026
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The duo established themselves as fixtures of the tabloid era known for staging paparazzi photos, fueling feuds and embracing the attention that came with being reality television’s most famous pair.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
6 June 2026
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The interior measures 420 sq ft (39 sq m) and is finished in shiplap and drywall, with a tongue-and-groove feature wall and exposed timber beams, which are a nice touch.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
10 June 2026
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All were filled with Chenier’s murmuring accordion, the rustle of a washboard player and slinky grooves.—
Kevin McKeough,
Chicago Tribune,
7 June 2026
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“Niche.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/niche. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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