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
At just under 2 feet wide, the compact table is the perfect size for smaller patios, porches, and garden nooks where space is at a premium.
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Kate Donovan,
Southern Living,
22 June 2026
Gorgeous gardens and common spaces, including a large pool ringed by palm trees, and a stylish main house with plenty of sitting areas and dining nooks.
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Elizabeth Cantrell,
Travel + Leisure,
21 June 2026
Surfaces and nooks and crannies can all be addressed efficiently and thoroughly with this time-saving tool.
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Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
18 June 2026
Avoid dog cooling collars that have nooks and crannies that can be difficult to keep grass and dirt out of.
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Bestreviews,
Mercury News,
15 June 2026
The nooks and crannies of the standing coral skeletons provide an opportunity for the seaweeds, which compete with coral for reef space, to proliferate and take over the reef, preventing the return of corals.
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John Kominoski,
The Conversation,
10 June 2026
The competition level can be high despite the low stakes, leading to crazy bounces off arena walls and balls sometimes getting stuck in ceiling nooks.
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Peter Baugh,
New York Times,
8 June 2026
Round tables are often a great choice for small breakfast nooks or for dining areas that are naturally part of the kitchen, bringing softness and function while making the most of limited square footage.
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Better Homes & Gardens,
5 June 2026
The neighborhood Bairro Alto Hotel sits on the boundary of two of Lisbon’s most captivating districts, Chiado and Bairro Alto, with their steeply, sloping cobblestone streets and intriguing nooks and crannies, so you’ll never be stuck for something to see, a place to eat, or a boutique to browse.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
Kate Donovan,
Southern Living,
22 June 2026
Gorgeous gardens and common spaces, including a large pool ringed by palm trees, and a stylish main house with plenty of sitting areas and dining nooks.
—
Elizabeth Cantrell,
Travel + Leisure,
21 June 2026
Surfaces and nooks and crannies can all be addressed efficiently and thoroughly with this time-saving tool.
—
Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
18 June 2026
Avoid dog cooling collars that have nooks and crannies that can be difficult to keep grass and dirt out of.
—
Bestreviews,
Mercury News,
15 June 2026
The nooks and crannies of the standing coral skeletons provide an opportunity for the seaweeds, which compete with coral for reef space, to proliferate and take over the reef, preventing the return of corals.
—
John Kominoski,
The Conversation,
10 June 2026
The competition level can be high despite the low stakes, leading to crazy bounces off arena walls and balls sometimes getting stuck in ceiling nooks.
—
Peter Baugh,
New York Times,
8 June 2026
Round tables are often a great choice for small breakfast nooks or for dining areas that are naturally part of the kitchen, bringing softness and function while making the most of limited square footage.
—
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 June 2026
The neighborhood Bairro Alto Hotel sits on the boundary of two of Lisbon’s most captivating districts, Chiado and Bairro Alto, with their steeply, sloping cobblestone streets and intriguing nooks and crannies, so you’ll never be stuck for something to see, a place to eat, or a boutique to browse.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nooks
Noun
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By that time Dame Frances had established the idea of theaters of memory—imaginary architectural structures, replete with columns and alcoves and windows, where items can be placed for later recollection.
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The food court was completely shuttered, and the Coca-Cola vending machines had been yanked from their alcoves.
Noun
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It is sold on street corners from vendors with large gourds, and also seen mixed with spirits on cocktail menus in upscale restaurants throughout the state.
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England won five corners in the additional 6 minutes at the end.
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“Nooks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nooks. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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