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Recent Examples of perch
Cooke — who grew up in the English town of Oldham, perched just outside of Manchester, the country’s third-largest city — has been climbing the ranks for some time now, long before landing the role that would propel her to the top of the TV food chain.
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Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 5 Sep. 2025
More greenery hangs from the ceiling and is perched on the staircase.
—Kansas City Star, 4 Sep. 2025
Speculation has focused on the famous Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, perched on the tip of the Cap-Ferrat peninsula on the French Riviera, which has strong Hollywood ties with its proximity to Cannes.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 4 Sep. 2025
She’s accompanied by Thing, who is perched on her shoulder.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 3 Sep. 2025
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Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 5 Sep. 2025
More greenery hangs from the ceiling and is perched on the staircase.
—Kansas City Star, 4 Sep. 2025
Speculation has focused on the famous Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, perched on the tip of the Cap-Ferrat peninsula on the French Riviera, which has strong Hollywood ties with its proximity to Cannes.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 4 Sep. 2025
She’s accompanied by Thing, who is perched on her shoulder.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 3 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for perch
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While Alexander-Arnold’s signing had been pursued by the club since last year, Alonso’s conviction and insistence were key in landing Huijsen, Carreras and Mastantuono.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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When Emily lands the coveted promotion that Luke had been vying for, their relationship ushers in a new complex power dynamic both inside and outside the office.—
Jacqueline Weiss,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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The new facility will serve as a focal point for engineering students, with student support services like academic counseling, tutoring and admissions also lodged in the four-story, 114,000-square-foot building.—
Killian Baarlaer,
Louisville Courier Journal,
4 Sep. 2025
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My quail shot had lodged between the outer hide and the thin inner skin.—
Robert Easton,
Outdoor Life,
3 Sep. 2025
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Migrating birds may seek shelter from the elements in hollow pipes or attempt to roost on or in them and become trapped.—
GrrlScientist,
Forbes.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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The chickens have a strange way of coming home to roost on The Chi.—
Ronda Racha Penrice,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Aug. 2025
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The Quintosapore innovative farming project may be nestled in the verdant and peaceful Umbrian hills, but echoes of Hollywood and Cinecittà are not too distant.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
6 Sep. 2025
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The hotel is nestled in the Cultural District at 3700 Camp Bowie Blvd.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Sep. 2025
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However, it wasn't positioned as a replacement for the Plus, but as the company exploring a new design trend.—
James Powel,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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The Senate field has remained thin since liberal teacher Josh Weil bowed out earlier this summer, positioning Jenkins as the party’s most visible candidate so far.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Guests can park onsite at 320 Wedgewood Ave.—
Craig Shoup,
Nashville Tennessean,
4 Sep. 2025
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In Sacramento, drivers who park within 25 feet of a crosswalk — or 15 feet if the curb has a pedestrian extension or bump-out — could be fined $25, regardless of whether there is a sign or other indication that prohibits parking.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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Science is never settled For decades, it was assumed that AHE was always spin-driven and only occurred in magnetic materials.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Sep. 2025
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Keough said her grandmother tried to settle Lisa Marie's estate less than 24 hours after her death in 2023.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 Sep. 2025
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“Perch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perch. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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