terraces

plural of terrace
as in balconies
a flat roofless structure attached to a building from their terraces residents of the high-rise have panoramic views of the city

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Recent Examples of terraces There is a firepit lounge, sand volleyball court and terraces designed for relaxation and hosting guests, all overlooking the lake. Dana Hunsinger Benbow, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025 Mornings begin at the Rijksmuseum or Van Gogh Museum, while afternoons stretch across sunny terraces like Café de Jaren. Lewis Nunn, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025 The spacious accommodations range from 1,834 square feet for the One-Bedroom Duplex Suites, boasting two levels with the bedroom looking out to an outdoor patio, to the exceptional 22,873-square-foot, three-bedroom Royal Villa commanding views of the rice terraces and the Ayung River. Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 31 Aug. 2025 Their dramatic sterns, fold-out terraces, and sprawling beach clubs helped redefine how owners live outside at sea. Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 29 Aug. 2025 The unit has 3-1/2 bathrooms, a foyer leading to a wide gallery, two private terraces, a kitchen with high-end appliances and a breakfast room, a primary bedroom suite with a fireplace and custom built-ins and a library. Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2025 With or without ragers at his New York property, the home features wraparound terraces and 360-degree city views. Angel Saunders, People.com, 28 Aug. 2025 Constructed from mud bricks, the temples and terraces of the Eanna would have been an enormous logistical undertaking. Literary Hub, 26 Aug. 2025 In addition to the aforementioned gym, guesthouse, lake, and numerous golfing areas, the expansive property hosted a tennis court, gardens, terraces, and a barbecue area. Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 21 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for terraces
Noun
  • All rooms have plush linens, ecofriendly products, and balconies with ocean views.
    Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 8 Sep. 2025
  • All rooms face the ocean and have private balconies.
    Sherrie Nachman, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Yet the latest iteration also imagines life at anchor with an indoor-outdoor relationship across two capacious exterior decks, plus a retractable swim platform at the rear.
    Tristan Rutherford, Robb Report, 8 Sep. 2025
  • The 11-story observation tower has two decks, one at 26 feet and the other at 126 feet, giving a view that stretches into Warren and Butler counties and downtown Cincinnati.
    David Ferrara, Cincinnati Enquirer, 5 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Where To Stay In Sunset Beach Hotels With its charming decks and porches, the two-story 14-room Sunset Inn is a dreamy place to stay.
    Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 4 Sep. 2025
  • Children were playing, adults sat on their front porches, neighbors spoke to each other.
    Gillian Stawiszynski, The Enquirer, 31 Aug. 2025

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“Terraces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/terraces. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.

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