as in ample
more than adequate or average in capacity
almost all of the guests were able to fit into the spacious living room
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Recent Examples of spacious
And in trendy Koukaki, a spacious spot with eclectic design makes a great home base for a larger group.
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Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2026
Bastian said that demand remains strong, despite the higher travel costs, and that Delta’s customer base continues to spend on travel, particularly for higher-end products like more spacious seats.
—Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 8 Apr. 2026
There are two mesh side pockets for water bottles and umbrellas, a chest strap with a safety-first whistle, double zippers for easy access, and a spacious main compartment big enough to fit two outer layers, sunscreen, snacks, and more.
—Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 8 Apr. 2026
The new Norwegian Luna is designed to feel ultra spacious, giving families extra room to spread out.
—Linnea Bailey, Southern Living, 8 Apr. 2026
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Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2026
Bastian said that demand remains strong, despite the higher travel costs, and that Delta’s customer base continues to spend on travel, particularly for higher-end products like more spacious seats.
—Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 8 Apr. 2026
There are two mesh side pockets for water bottles and umbrellas, a chest strap with a safety-first whistle, double zippers for easy access, and a spacious main compartment big enough to fit two outer layers, sunscreen, snacks, and more.
—Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 8 Apr. 2026
The new Norwegian Luna is designed to feel ultra spacious, giving families extra room to spread out.
—Linnea Bailey, Southern Living, 8 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spacious
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Without ample powder, Hudson’s look could’ve appeared greasy or sweaty.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
16 Apr. 2026
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The creation and adoption of the Balboa Park parking fees happened in just a few months and their haphazard implementation is ample evidence that not enough work was done.—
Venus Molina,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Or, for your next airport outfit, opt for a drapey button-down, buttery-soft joggers, and a roomy crossbody bag that keeps your essentials close while elevating your entire look.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Apr. 2026
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Its sibling Core, meanwhile, is all about balance (drawing details from both Italian design schemes and explorer features) and family experiences, with a roomy main deck pantry and an owner’s balcony that acts as a private retreat.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
9 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Maine lawmakers this week approved a moratorium on data centers larger than 20 megawatts — the first statewide ban of its kind in the country.—
Kevin Hardy,
Baltimore Sun,
20 Apr. 2026
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Consultancy Greysparks highlighted that more than 81% of private credit assets under management sit at firms that also run private equity funds, underscoring how concentrated the market is among large private capital managers.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
20 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Twelve students, including Brendan LaFave, the high-achieving kid from Ann Arbor, live in the three-story brown-brick house, which has white columns along its wide front porch.—
Emma Green,
New Yorker,
17 Apr. 2026
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The top is designed with horizontal pleated detailing and cap sleeves, while the bottoms offer a simple, wide-leg silhouette with side pockets and a drawstring to adjust the fit to your liking.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
17 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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But now, more than a half century since the last crewed lunar voyages and their toilet troubles, the four astronauts of NASA’s Artemis II mission will take flight with a more commodious bathroom in tow.—
K. R. Callaway,
Scientific American,
1 Apr. 2026
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Or, better yet, help create larger, more commodious ones.—
Nicholas Wright,
Time,
26 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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This is all in the first three paragraphs, and the breakdowns—a capacious category that, for Lemann, seems to encompass everything from rages to amiable fugues—do not let up.—
Brandy Jensen,
New Yorker,
8 Apr. 2026
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Soft, adjustable lighting, outdoor rain showers with peepholes framing the scenery, incredibly comfy poolside daybeds, super-crisp sheets, open-plan bathrooms with capacious closets—everything works, but nothing feels forced or superfluous.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Deportees who aren't imprisoned face challenges Even those who are not immediately jailed face huge challenges, including economic ones, upon their return to their home country.—
Sergio Martínez-Beltrán,
NPR,
17 Apr. 2026
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Anderson said that experience was a huge help in preparing him for his eventual MLB promotion.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
17 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Featuring the show’s slogan over a sunny pop of color, this sturdy ceramic mug holds a generous 15 ounces of coffee, tea, or hot cocoa, and is your Immunity Idol against a dull routine.—
Brittany Anas,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 Apr. 2026
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The parathas, as the savory flatbreads are called, stuffed with onion and paneer and coated with a generous amount of butter, are as delicious as ever.—
Mithil Aggarwal,
NBC news,
11 Apr. 2026
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“Spacious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spacious. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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