as in couches
a long upholstered piece of furniture designed for several sitters
I curled up on the sofa with a book
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Recent Examples of sofas
Slipcovered sofas have waxed and waned in popularity since the 18th century, and there's a good chance your grandma even had one (and, hopefully, the slipcovers were fabric instead of plastic).
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Tessa Cooper, Southern Living, 9 Nov. 2025
Forward, the bow is adorned with two sofas that serve as a welcome lounge.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 27 Oct. 2025
Accommodations include deep soaking tubs, oversize beds, huge walk-in closets for storing bulky winter items, and sofas that convert to an extra bed for families or small groups.
—Adam H. Graham, AFAR Media, 14 Oct. 2025
Their sofas are relaxed but not slouchy, with beautiful wood bases and proportions that invite you to sink in.
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2025
Castlery Fall Collection includes other sofas and recliners to choose from.
—Omaid Homayun, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
For a truly individual look, though, consider Living Spaces’ custom furniture, which includes sofas, sectionals, chairs and beds.
—Liz Ohanesian, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
All Joybird sofas are made-to-order.
—Rachel Wallace, Architectural Digest, 3 Sep. 2025
Tessa Cooper, Southern Living, 9 Nov. 2025
Forward, the bow is adorned with two sofas that serve as a welcome lounge.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 27 Oct. 2025
Accommodations include deep soaking tubs, oversize beds, huge walk-in closets for storing bulky winter items, and sofas that convert to an extra bed for families or small groups.
—Adam H. Graham, AFAR Media, 14 Oct. 2025
Their sofas are relaxed but not slouchy, with beautiful wood bases and proportions that invite you to sink in.
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2025
Castlery Fall Collection includes other sofas and recliners to choose from.
—Omaid Homayun, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
For a truly individual look, though, consider Living Spaces’ custom furniture, which includes sofas, sectionals, chairs and beds.
—Liz Ohanesian, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
All Joybird sofas are made-to-order.
—Rachel Wallace, Architectural Digest, 3 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sofas
couches
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Lewis, the four-star true freshman quarterback out of Georgia, is slated to make his first collegiate start at Milan Puskar Stadium, the land where couches go to die.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
7 Nov. 2025
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Whether made-to-measure couches, modular sectionals, or bespoke armchairs, custom furniture gives you infinite flexibility to adapt to your taste and the constraints of your space, personal preferences, and room layouts.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Sofas.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sofas. Accessed 29 Nov. 2025.
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