as in mansion
a large impressive residence
a millionaire with a luxurious villa in Mexico
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Recent Examples of villa
The rooms The resort’s accommodations are spread over 109 villas, all with a private pool.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Jan. 2026
Set behind gates in Tulum, the villa leans fully into minimalist architecture with its clean lines, gallery-like living spaces, and floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the outdoors like living art.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 27 Jan. 2026
Recent renovations introduced multi-bedroom villas and penthouses for multigenerational stays.
—Allison Tibaldi, USA Today, 24 Jan. 2026
There were villas and chateaus and chalets and Fifth Avenue apartments.
—Matt Donnelly, Variety, 19 Jan. 2026
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Jan. 2026
Set behind gates in Tulum, the villa leans fully into minimalist architecture with its clean lines, gallery-like living spaces, and floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the outdoors like living art.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 27 Jan. 2026
Recent renovations introduced multi-bedroom villas and penthouses for multigenerational stays.
—Allison Tibaldi, USA Today, 24 Jan. 2026
There were villas and chateaus and chalets and Fifth Avenue apartments.
—Matt Donnelly, Variety, 19 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for villa
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To bring the magical world of Julia Quinn’s books to life, Bridgerton’s production crew filmed all across the United Kingdom — from real Tudor-era mansions and courtyards in the countryside to iconic museums and historic churches in the heart of London.—
Kayla Keegan,
PEOPLE,
1 Feb. 2026
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Despite his success, Wilson left acting, sold his Bel-Air mansion and Rolls-Royce and became an interdenominational preacher in 1983.—
Lisa Boone,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Feb. 2026
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The 240-seat hacienda-style restaurant’s menu draws on Carballo’s nomadic culinary travels in his native Mexico.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Jan. 2026
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The gringos are coming, and Latour must shore up the diocese, trekking between isolated haciendas and pueblos with his quasi-spousal companion Father Vaillant.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
7 Jan. 2026
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When the gross lord of the manor tries to assault one of Sophie's fellow maids, Sophie stands up to him, but then the violent creep is about to harm Sophie.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
29 Jan. 2026
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And who doesn’t relish the gothic details of an ancient manor and grumpy yet uniquely attractive duke that owns it?—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
23 Jan. 2026
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Most memorably, Daphne Bridgerton (Phoebe Dynevor) knocked out Nigel Berbrooke (Jamie Beamish) with a punch in the Walled Garden area of the 18th-century castle grounds in one scene.—
Kayla Keegan,
PEOPLE,
1 Feb. 2026
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Medieval Times, a dinner show set in a castle from medieval times, opens in Kissimmee.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
31 Jan. 2026
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On the four-minute track, Tyler talks about shopping for estates in the Hamptons, turning his idols into rivals, and trying to land a $100 million record contract.—
Matt Craig,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Clients should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.—
Glenn Kurlander,
Fortune,
28 Jan. 2026
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Delhi was designed around its banks in the 17th century, when the river fed the canals that cooled royal palaces.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
1 Feb. 2026
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In his youth, Mendonça was fascinated by the city’s grand cinema palaces.—
Stephania Taladrid,
New Yorker,
1 Feb. 2026
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The fire broke out in the predawn hours Tuesday in a large house in the 11300 block of South Forest Avenue.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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That contrasts with traditional bespoke or site-built houses, put up mostly on the property.—
The Editorial Board,
Oc Register,
27 Jan. 2026
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“Villa.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/villa. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.
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