Definition of entrywaynext
as in foyer
the entrance room of a building a small entryway to receive visitors

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Recent Examples of entryway The entryway led straight to a 110-foot tall Ferris wheel, the lone ride at the fair, and a smaller arch, similar to the ones that the Republican president has used to adorn other events. Gary Fields, Chicago Tribune, 27 June 2026 The entryway offers glimpses of the limestone façade beyond. Natalie Hoberman, Forbes.com, 27 June 2026 The only indicator of what might have been is a green sign at the top of the entryway. Marissa J. Lang, NPR, 26 June 2026 According to Hackett, a standard-sized doormat isn't the best option for most entryways. Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for entryway
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Noun
  • Stepping into the double-height foyer, a grand staircase with wrought-iron detailing curves to the second floor.
    Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 2 July 2026
  • The suite comprised a graceful foyer, a large, curved living and dining area, walk-in wardrobe and changing room, and a separate bedroom and bathroom.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 July 2026
Noun
  • The El Cajon detective who edited the video said the man did that several times, lingering between the office hallway and the alley parking lot.
    Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 June 2026
  • Players can make choices — answer the call from Claire (Sink), go out into the hallway, try and get in touch with your superintendent to figure out what’s going on — and depending on those decisions, the game will play out differently.
    Elisabeth Garber-Paul, Rolling Stone, 23 June 2026
Noun
  • Delta has bid for and appears to be the likely winner for control of two gates, the ticketing lobby and support space previously controlled by Spirit Airlines at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
    Savannah Sicurella, AJC.com, 2 July 2026
  • On the opposite side of the lobby is SparkHouse, a private members club and creative hub for up-and-coming musicians and creatives.
    Kailyn Brown, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026

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“Entryway.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/entryway. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.

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