as in porch
a covered structure adjoining an entrance to a building
let's enjoy our mint juleps out on the piazza
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Recent Examples of piazza
The surprise appearance, which included a ride in the popemobile around the piazza, drew raucous cheers from pilgrims and tourists.
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Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Apr. 2025
In the empty piazza, the Pope slowly approached the altar, and his labored movement seemed to symbolize the pain coursing through the wider world.
—Vinson Cunningham, New Yorker, 27 Apr. 2025
Normally the pope delivers a sometimes lengthy discourse on the state of the world from the loggia of St. Peter’s, and then imparts a special blessing to the faithful in the piazza below.
—Nicole Winfield, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2025
Plus, the city has unveiled its newest pedestrian-friendly piazza, Piazza Pio, a project years in the making to enhance its walkability for this monumental event.
—Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
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Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Apr. 2025
In the empty piazza, the Pope slowly approached the altar, and his labored movement seemed to symbolize the pain coursing through the wider world.
—Vinson Cunningham, New Yorker, 27 Apr. 2025
Normally the pope delivers a sometimes lengthy discourse on the state of the world from the loggia of St. Peter’s, and then imparts a special blessing to the faithful in the piazza below.
—Nicole Winfield, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2025
Plus, the city has unveiled its newest pedestrian-friendly piazza, Piazza Pio, a project years in the making to enhance its walkability for this monumental event.
—Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for piazza
porch
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The video footage, obtained by the Miami Herald, shows officers confronting a man at gunpoint who is standing on the front porch of a house.—
David Goodhue,
Miami Herald,
17 May 2025
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From comfortable and sturdy sectionals made for summer entertaining to a charming rocking chair that’s perfect for morning coffee or stargazing on the porch, these hidden gems are ready to upgrade your space without the splurge.—
Toni Sutton,
People.com,
17 May 2025
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“Piazza.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/piazza. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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