as in piazzas
a covered structure adjoining an entrance to a building
vacationers relaxing on the inn's spacious front porch
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Recent Examples of porches
Dirt, grime, pollen, and debris can build up over time, leaving outdoor spaces looking dull right when patios, porches, and backyards are about to get the most use.
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Shelby Deering, Southern Living, 18 May 2026
With stately wraparound porches, rocking chairs, and views of the Guadalupe River, Gruene Mansion Inn is the only hotel located in the historic district.
—Gabi De La Rosa, Travel + Leisure, 17 May 2026
One of the most classic designs is from Union Products, which makes a nearly-2-foot-tall goose that’s perfect for porches, patios, gardens, and entryways.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 May 2026
Meanwhile, colorful porches require more caution.
—Shagun Khare, Martha Stewart, 16 May 2026
Geraniums offer a classic, low-maintenance look that gives front porches a clean appearance.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 May 2026
Shelby Deering, Southern Living, 18 May 2026
With stately wraparound porches, rocking chairs, and views of the Guadalupe River, Gruene Mansion Inn is the only hotel located in the historic district.
—Gabi De La Rosa, Travel + Leisure, 17 May 2026
One of the most classic designs is from Union Products, which makes a nearly-2-foot-tall goose that’s perfect for porches, patios, gardens, and entryways.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 May 2026
Meanwhile, colorful porches require more caution.
—Shagun Khare, Martha Stewart, 16 May 2026
Geraniums offer a classic, low-maintenance look that gives front porches a clean appearance.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for porches
Noun
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How to Get Around The easiest way to get around Bari is on foot, especially in the old town with its narrow alleyways, bustling piazzas, and historic landmarks.—
Megan Murphy,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Apr. 2026
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Italian piazzas are covered by retractable, UV-filtering canopies, deployed each morning like futuristic umbrellas against an invisible downpour.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The exhibition is housed in the porticoes of the Palestra Grande, located opposite the Amphitheatre.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 Mar. 2026
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Bologna’s intricate porticos are an integral part of the city’s architectural heritage and identity.—
Kristin Braswell,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Boan stoops to scoop up trash — some left by humans, some from wildlife —– along the boardwalk.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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Men, horses and even cattle moved through South Boston’s hills in the morning wind as residents watched from stoops — some in pajamas and wrapped in blankets, appearing to have been awakened by the sound of drums and bagpipes.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Cabins are all generous-sized suites with verandas, and feature queen or king beds with plush custom mattresses dressed in silken Italian linens.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Apr. 2026
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The farm buildings on the property—long verandas, shearing sheds, and concrete kennels—are old and decayed, remnants from long before the group showed up.—
Robert Rubsam,
The Atlantic,
26 Mar. 2026
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“Porches.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/porches. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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