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 Select residences also include wine refrigerators and private terraces. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 22 Oct. 2025 The rooms and suites feature antique furniture and views either toward the gardens or straight out to the Tyrrhenian Sea; some come with private terraces or outdoor plunge pools. AFAR Media, 17 Oct. 2025 Busosanseong served as a political and cultural hub during Baekje’s golden era, and featured ornate palaces, courtyard terraces, and Buddhist temples. Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 16 Oct. 2025 Looming above them are concrete terraces so dilapidated the local fire service has banned their use. Jack Lang, New York Times, 11 Oct. 2025 Today, there are 42 rooms, including grand riads, charming Berber tents, and suites with hot tubs, terraces, and private pools all furnished with sumptuous Moroccan crafts. Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2025 But the couple found charm and promise in the building, citing its prime location in the heart of New York City, high ceilings, large square footage and three terraces. Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 10 Oct. 2025 The primary suite boasts several terraces, a grand bathroom decked out with white marble, and dual dressing rooms. India Roby, Architectural Digest, 8 Oct. 2025 Three separate terraces meanwhile offer sunlit outdoor spaces. Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 8 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for terraces
Noun
  • The main house features floor-to-ceiling glass to take in the water views, with multiple balconies and decks for alfresco dining and lounging.
    Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 24 Oct. 2025
  • His new home was a three-story building with yellow and green balconies that overlooked the city.
    Vidushi Mishti Sharma, Rolling Stone, 24 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • The vessel includes 30 bars and restaurants, eight entertainment venues, four swimming pools and 15 guest decks.
    Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 27 Oct. 2025
  • The Rams are fighting uphill against a system where the decks are being stacked higher and higher against them.
    Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 25 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Clear steps, porches and walkways to prevent falls.
    Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2025
  • Ideal for porches and mudrooms, this large storage unit can corral all of your fire tools in one place.
    Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2025

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“Terraces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/terraces. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.

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