genius locis

Definition of genius locisnext
plural of genius loci

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for genius locis
Noun
  • This perception of tatreez, or traditional Palestinian embroidery, as a type of visual language is widely shared, owing to its intimacy with the land and biographical characteristics.
    Zoe Whitfield, CNN Money, 14 Feb. 2026
  • In vacating the life prison term in 2024, Cook County Judge Marc Martin found in part that Modrowski had been unfairly portrayed as emotionless and cold during his 1995 trial and sentencing proceedings when the characteristics were likely due to his autism.
    Christy Gutowski, Chicago Tribune, 13 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • The blending of ages, vibrations, rich colors and the rhythmic beat captured the spirit of America.
    Letters to the Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Feb. 2026
  • The blending of ages, vibrations, rich colors and the rhythmic beat captured the spirit of America.
    Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 11 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Hermès has emerged as the purchaser of two adjoining properties on Los Angeles’ Rodeo Drive, ending months of speculation about who was behind the acquisition.
    Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 11 Feb. 2026
  • The creative team for the revival includes Mike Harrison (scenic decor and properties), Emily Schmit (lighting design), Christopher Darbassie (sound design), Kate Wilson (dialect coach), Stephen Sposito (associate director), and Eloia Peterson (production stage manager).
    Greg Evans, Deadline, 11 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Players, within the same age range, can be grouped by physical attributes, play-driving, overall style and production, among other factors.
    Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 12 Feb. 2026
  • Without the correct attributes — competitiveness, mindset, IQ, internal drive — Donovan fears a young player could flounder in Chicago.
    Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Deuxmoi showed pictures of McRae and Hughes dining at Anton’s in the West Village the month prior.
    Janelle Ash, FOXNews.com, 6 Feb. 2026
  • In these 2-foot-square pictures, long-haired nude female figures in close Edenic companionship with wild beasts poke their heads out from behind lush tropical foliage, and stare, unsettlingly, straight outward.
    Benjamin Lima, Dallas Morning News, 5 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • To get rid of those smells, check for leaks and make repairs.
    Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2026
  • People described different smells in different areas — from Bloomingdale to Roselle to Addison and Wood Dale, even to Buffalo Grove and the Wisconsin border.
    Asal Rezaei, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Perfect for lunchboxes, on-the-go snacking, or an anytime indulgence, these pies will satisfy chocolate lovers or fans of classic flavors.
    Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 9 Feb. 2026
  • This energy drink with passionfruit syrup and white chocolate flavors comes with a topping of peach drizzle, available iced or blended.
    Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 9 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • That playful approach is also evident in the 1990s trend of product advertisements by auteurist filmmakers like Jean-Luc Godard and David Lynch, who brought their signature styles and atmospheres to commercials for shoes, video games, and more.
    Michael Cowan, Artforum, 1 Feb. 2026
  • These planets are similar in size to Neptune and have thick atmospheres rich in hydrogen and helium surrounding denser, ice-rich interiors.
    Eliza Strickland, IEEE Spectrum, 28 Jan. 2026
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“Genius locis.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/genius%20locis. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.

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