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palace

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noun

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as in tower
a large, magnificent, or massive building the governor's opponents have accused him of building palaces to house the state government

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as in court
the residence of a ruler Buckingham Palace flies a special flag to indicate when the monarch is in residence

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Recent Examples of palace
Noun
Luckily for travelers, Como’s accommodations—from centuries old palaces to hotels that were built to rival the grandeur of the region’s famous villas themselves, are more than places to stay. Madeline Weinfield, Architectural Digest, 5 May 2025 News and Analysis Syria’s New President: Ahmed al-Shara sat down for an interview at the presidential palace in the country’s capital, Damascus, to discuss the challenges his new government faces and his vision for Syria. Nanna Heitmann, New York Times, 3 May 2025 In Manila, thousands of Filipino workers rallied near the presidential palace, where police blocked access with barricades. Thomas Adamson and Yuri Kageyama, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2025 Local authorities finally locked the cardinals in a palace to help expedite the process that led to the election of Gregory, a native of Italy with strong ties to France. Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for palace
Recent Examples of Synonyms for palace
Adjective
  • On Sunday, May 11, the Today with Jenna & Friends host, 43, gave a glimpse into her special day, which included a luxurious breakfast in bed.
    Kayla Grant, People.com, 12 May 2025
  • This sustainability-minded property emerges from the jungle to reveal a collection of 16 luxurious overwater bungalows, each featuring a private plunge pool and outdoor deck complete with a fire pit.
    Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 11 May 2025
Noun
  • After nearly a year of trying to unload their marital mansion in Beverly Hills, Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez have finally slashed the asking price, despite J.Lo reportedly not wanting to do so.
    Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 9 May 2025
  • The mansion, part of the small community of Wilton, is a fusion of elegance, tranquility and entertainment opportunities.
    David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 9 May 2025
Noun
  • The tower then told the pilot that the plane was cleared to land on the runway.
    Raven Brunner, People.com, 18 May 2025
  • The latest version is being built near the Dubai Canal in Business Bay, an area that has become a mixed-use business and residential zone filled with high-rise luxury towers.
    Theo Burman, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 May 2025
Noun
  • Witness testimony in the second murder trial of Karen Read will not occur on May 13 as expected, a court spokesperson announced.
    Christopher Cann, USA Today, 14 May 2025
  • Last week, the court narrowed down hundreds of potential jurors into a group of 43 people qualified and willing to serve.
    CNN.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 13 May 2025
Noun
  • Per the outlet, the couple exchanged vows at the Castello di Celsa, a 13th-century castle with sweeping views, a beautiful garden and ivy crawling up its stone walls.
    Michael Nied, People.com, 21 May 2025
  • The parents set up a handmade Princess Peach castle at the summit, and children were invited to write notes to send to heaven.
    Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 May 2025
Noun
  • The cathedral was designed by the celebrity architect David Adjaye.
    Francis Kokoroko, New York Times, 3 May 2025
  • Symbolizing those connections, Istiqlal Mosque is connected by an underground tunnel to a Catholic cathedral across the street.
    VICTOR GAETAN, Foreign Affairs, 25 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Later this month, Green Day will release the deluxe edition of its most recent album Saviors.
    Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 16 May 2025
  • The new album is a deluxe version of León’s 2024 Palabra de To’s.
    Griselda Flores, Billboard, 16 May 2025
Noun
  • 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
  • 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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“Palace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/palace. Accessed 25 May. 2025.

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