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
Kids and teens of all ages could be found hanging out in the Nexus Lounge complete with PS5 and Xbox gaming systems, air hockey, ping pong, vintage arcade games, board games, reading nooks, a miniature kitchen, and puzzles.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Mar. 2026
In addition, the stair tool and combination tool help get into all the nooks and crannies of your house for top-to-bottom cleaning.
—Cierra Cowan, PC Magazine, 19 Mar. 2026
Multiple seating and dining areas are found scattered among the tropical landscaping, taking advantage of all the little nooks and crannies on the grounds.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 19 Mar. 2026
This wand helps reach into nooks and crannies for a more accurate reading.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 18 Mar. 2026
As such, cane chairs are an excellent option for small dining rooms or breakfast nooks, offering function without overwhelming these spaces.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 16 Mar. 2026
The aim is to create unique nooks for various awards and bits to unfold as they’re rearranged throughout the night.
—Rebecca Ford, Vanity Fair, 14 Mar. 2026
The teeth dig into the nooks and crannies of the host animal's skin, while the lip forms an airtight, watertight seal.
—Ben Coxworth
march 11, New Atlas, 11 Mar. 2026
Designed for small patios, balconies, and gardens, the three-piece set includes a weather-resistant oval table and two chairs that easily tuck into nooks and tight corners.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Mar. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Mar. 2026
In addition, the stair tool and combination tool help get into all the nooks and crannies of your house for top-to-bottom cleaning.
—Cierra Cowan, PC Magazine, 19 Mar. 2026
Multiple seating and dining areas are found scattered among the tropical landscaping, taking advantage of all the little nooks and crannies on the grounds.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 19 Mar. 2026
This wand helps reach into nooks and crannies for a more accurate reading.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 18 Mar. 2026
As such, cane chairs are an excellent option for small dining rooms or breakfast nooks, offering function without overwhelming these spaces.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 16 Mar. 2026
The aim is to create unique nooks for various awards and bits to unfold as they’re rearranged throughout the night.
—Rebecca Ford, Vanity Fair, 14 Mar. 2026
The teeth dig into the nooks and crannies of the host animal's skin, while the lip forms an airtight, watertight seal.
—Ben Coxworth
march 11, New Atlas, 11 Mar. 2026
Designed for small patios, balconies, and gardens, the three-piece set includes a weather-resistant oval table and two chairs that easily tuck into nooks and tight corners.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nooks
Noun
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Guests crunch through colorful seasonal salads, sip from an expansive wine list and dig into chef Alan Sternberg's inventive pasta dishes at snugly cloistered tables in wood and brick alcoves lined with paintings, books and even a handful of typewriters.—
USA TODAY NETWORK,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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Elsewhere, the children’s bunkroom pairs two built-in bunks with two captain’s beds tucked in their own alcoves.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
6 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The six-part thriller tells the story of a Swiss gold dealer who becomes entangled in the darkest corners of the global gold trade.—
Ed Meza,
Variety,
24 Mar. 2026
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Safeties coach Will Harris also is working with the corners.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
24 Mar. 2026
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“Nooks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nooks. Accessed 26 Mar. 2026.
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