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Recent Examples of sectional
The bedroom has a king bed, a daybed, an armoire, a desk, and side tables; the separate living room has a sectional sofa (with a pull-out couch), a full kitchenette, a large counter, and a private patio.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Upgrade your outdoor space with a spacious sectional, adjustable lounge chairs, and durable dining sets for alfresco meals.
—Jacquelyn McGilvray, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
While the previous Danish-style midcentury modern chairs and sofa were lovely, the new sectional and heavy leather chairs are more solid, cozy, and substantial, adequately filling the room.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 5 Apr. 2026
Push your chairs and couches together to create a faux sectional look.
—Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Apr. 2026
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Upgrade your outdoor space with a spacious sectional, adjustable lounge chairs, and durable dining sets for alfresco meals.
—Jacquelyn McGilvray, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
While the previous Danish-style midcentury modern chairs and sofa were lovely, the new sectional and heavy leather chairs are more solid, cozy, and substantial, adequately filling the room.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 5 Apr. 2026
Push your chairs and couches together to create a faux sectional look.
—Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for sectional
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sectional
Adjective
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The Laguna Playhouse has been a regional theater cornerstone of the Southern California performing arts community for more than a century.—
Staff report,
Oc Register,
7 May 2026
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Researchers are trying to dispel inaccurate information, but regional newspapers seem bent on perpetuating fear.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
7 May 2026
Adjective
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In preparation for the Alaskan wilderness, the Hoffmans and their crew shop for bear guns, bid their wives farewell, and are prayed over by a local pastor (who decides, at the last minute, to join them).—
Jennifer Wilson,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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Voters across North Texas cast ballots Saturday in municipal elections that will shape billions of dollars in local spending, regional transportation, and city leadership.—
Doug Myers,
CBS News,
3 May 2026
Adjective
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Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to localized flooding.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
28 Apr. 2026
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Heavy rainfall is also a concern, with some areas potentially receiving over two inches, raising the risk for localized flooding.—
Laura Bannon,
CBS News,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Sectional.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sectional. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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