as in couches
a long upholstered piece of furniture designed for several sitters
at one point Robinson Crusoe tells of making a rough-hewn squab with the skins of animals he had killed
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Noun
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There were two living areas with cozy couches and TVs, as well as a den that featured a whiskey library.—
Brittany Loggins,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Jan. 2026 -
Our picks include chairs, tables, and couches for up to 80 percent off.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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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).—
Tessa Cooper,
Southern Living,
9 Nov. 2025
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Forward, the bow is adorned with two sofas that serve as a welcome lounge.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
27 Oct. 2025
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“Squabs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/squabs. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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