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as in doors
the means or right of entering or participating in
the doorway to a life of luxury and leisure
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Recent Examples of doorways
Downtown businesses deal with the aftermath of folks relieving themselves in bushes, doorways and other out of sight places at night.
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Michael Perkins, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 May 2026
How To Use Decoy Wasp Nests To try a fake nest in your own yard, look for a site that provides shelter from weather and protection from predators, like under eaves, near doorways or garbage cans, or in thick shrubs.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 9 May 2026
The property itself has guest rooms with king-sized bed that are ADA accessible with wide doorways and no-step entry.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
Elevators travel to all passenger decks, including the observation deck, and ramps have been fitted to midship doorways leading out to the promenade deck.
—Aaron Saunders, Travel + Leisure, 29 Apr. 2026
The open-plan interior features a curved iron staircase and arched doorways, a gourmet kitchen, and a gas fireplace.
—The Week Us, TheWeek, 26 Apr. 2026
Completed in 1981 but recently updated, the five-bedroom, four-bath dwelling comes with white oak hardwood floors, wood-beam ceilings, wide arched doorways, and oversized picture windows overlooking bicoastal views stretching from Moloka’i to Lana’i.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 23 Apr. 2026
Not ready to take on a full renovation to add arched doorways or recesses to your home?
—Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 15 Apr. 2026
With the eventual blessing of his benevolent landlords, Grattan has completely transformed the rental unit— widening doorways, upgrading electrical systems, and reimagining every wall and ceiling.
—Sam Cochran, Architectural Digest, 15 Apr. 2026
Michael Perkins, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 May 2026
How To Use Decoy Wasp Nests To try a fake nest in your own yard, look for a site that provides shelter from weather and protection from predators, like under eaves, near doorways or garbage cans, or in thick shrubs.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 9 May 2026
The property itself has guest rooms with king-sized bed that are ADA accessible with wide doorways and no-step entry.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
Elevators travel to all passenger decks, including the observation deck, and ramps have been fitted to midship doorways leading out to the promenade deck.
—Aaron Saunders, Travel + Leisure, 29 Apr. 2026
The open-plan interior features a curved iron staircase and arched doorways, a gourmet kitchen, and a gas fireplace.
—The Week Us, TheWeek, 26 Apr. 2026
Completed in 1981 but recently updated, the five-bedroom, four-bath dwelling comes with white oak hardwood floors, wood-beam ceilings, wide arched doorways, and oversized picture windows overlooking bicoastal views stretching from Moloka’i to Lana’i.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 23 Apr. 2026
Not ready to take on a full renovation to add arched doorways or recesses to your home?
—Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 15 Apr. 2026
With the eventual blessing of his benevolent landlords, Grattan has completely transformed the rental unit— widening doorways, upgrading electrical systems, and reimagining every wall and ceiling.
—Sam Cochran, Architectural Digest, 15 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for doorways
Noun
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All rooms feature wheelchair-accessible doors, lowered peepholes, light switches, and closet door handles; a roll-in shower or tub with grab bars; and teletypewriters and telecommunications devices available upon request.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 May 2026
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The shop officially opened its doors to ice cream lovers May 8 near the Charlotte Premium Outlets in Steele Creek, according to the brand’s social media channels.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
19 May 2026
Noun
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The two ambled around the metal gates that keep out the people who don’t belong in the official areas, circled around the paved walkway and made their way toward the Aronimink clubhouse.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
18 May 2026
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And that opened the gates, man.—
Charles Moss,
SPIN,
18 May 2026
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The hotel and its accommodations have been designed with accessibility in mind, including elevators, entrances, parking, restrooms, hotel rooms, and routes to and from all restaurants, meeting, and entertainment spaces.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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Brush piles near the entrances to shallow bays and coves are other thick cover favorites of Holley’s.—
John Phillips,
Outdoor Life,
14 May 2026
Noun
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Book through various companies, such as Light Me Up Beach Bonfires, which will set you up at any of the nearby public beach accesses.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
17 Feb. 2026
Noun
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And while the film industry is one often considered to be ruled by informal gateways and insider circles, thus far, the Rover team hasn’t encountered any pushback from directors uneager to share their secrets.—
Payton Turkeltaub,
Variety,
20 May 2026
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The historic walls are the natural starting point — a mile‑long circuit framing everything from medieval gateways to modern political murals.—
David Dickstein,
Oc Register,
13 May 2026
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Now, not in pots as houseplants but growing in the ground on prominent public display, there are more than 200 accessions representing 46 species.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Studies show that since the beginning of the mega-constellation era in 2020, concentrations of potentially dangerous high-altitude air pollution stemming from satellite launches and re-entries has significantly increased.—
Tereza Pultarova,
Space.com,
18 May 2026
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Prosecutors say the notebook contains diary entries written by Mangione that shed light on his decision to target the executive.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
18 May 2026
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“Doorways.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/doorways. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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