as in alcoves
a hollowed-out space in a wall
books filled every nook in the literature professor's house
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Recent Examples of nooks
Dropleaf tables are usually put in breakfast nooks, but their space-saving abilities can also be advantageous when used in a small entryway.
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Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Oct. 2025
The architectural designers of its reading nooks surprised people who never imagined that an outerspace theme could spark an urge to read.
—Literary Hub, 2 Oct. 2025
For tight areas, like the shower door tracks, use a toothbrush to scrub the nooks and crannies.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 28 Sep. 2025
Never fear, there are still plenty of nooks and crannies to hold your butter, maple syrup, fruit, and other toppings.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 25 Sep. 2025
The right bathroom organizer, whether a freestanding cart or an in-shower shelving system, can set aside nooks and crannies for every component of your 12-step hair care routine.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 24 Sep. 2025
Rest assured, though, that bed nooks are very much for grown-ups, and have been since medieval times.
—Chloe Frost-Smith, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2025
Quiet nooks for reading will be created both inside and outside.
—Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Sep. 2025
The property sits along Lake Mangonia and is dotted with swaying palm trees, lush plantings, and plenty of nooks for relaxation.
—Miami Herald, 21 Sep. 2025
Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Oct. 2025
The architectural designers of its reading nooks surprised people who never imagined that an outerspace theme could spark an urge to read.
—Literary Hub, 2 Oct. 2025
For tight areas, like the shower door tracks, use a toothbrush to scrub the nooks and crannies.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 28 Sep. 2025
Never fear, there are still plenty of nooks and crannies to hold your butter, maple syrup, fruit, and other toppings.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 25 Sep. 2025
The right bathroom organizer, whether a freestanding cart or an in-shower shelving system, can set aside nooks and crannies for every component of your 12-step hair care routine.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 24 Sep. 2025
Rest assured, though, that bed nooks are very much for grown-ups, and have been since medieval times.
—Chloe Frost-Smith, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2025
Quiet nooks for reading will be created both inside and outside.
—Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Sep. 2025
The property sits along Lake Mangonia and is dotted with swaying palm trees, lush plantings, and plenty of nooks for relaxation.
—Miami Herald, 21 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nooks
Noun
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Now, designers like Hám Interiors are making clever use of compact spaces by fitting bedrooms with alcoves that are both practical and aesthetically pleasing.—
Chloe Frost-Smith,
Vogue,
24 Sep. 2025
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Inside the intimate cantina, a curved bar stands at the center of a domed space with alcoves around the edges.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
21 Aug. 2025
Noun
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This Amazon top-selling robot vacuum is self-emptying, uses an extending brush arm to thoroughly clean corners, and maneuvers intelligently around obstacles.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
6 Oct. 2025
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Russell’s eyes soften; the corners of her mouth curl upward.—
Emily Nussbaum,
New Yorker,
6 Oct. 2025
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“Nooks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nooks. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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