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Recent Examples of ottoman
Castlery’s mid-century modern-style loveseat has a matching ottoman that works as a foot rest for cozy nights in, or as extra guest seating when the evening is busier.
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Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 13 Jan. 2026
This versatile table is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use and can function as an ottoman, coffee table, or end table, depending on your needs.
—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
To elevate the style, the ottoman is wrapped with fabric and has tufted details on the lid that pairs well with other furniture, too.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 6 Jan. 2026
The living room is bare and empty aside from two beanbag chairs, an ottoman and a TV that hasn’t been hooked up.
—Linda Robertson, Miami Herald, 24 Dec. 2025
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Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 13 Jan. 2026
This versatile table is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use and can function as an ottoman, coffee table, or end table, depending on your needs.
—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
To elevate the style, the ottoman is wrapped with fabric and has tufted details on the lid that pairs well with other furniture, too.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 6 Jan. 2026
The living room is bare and empty aside from two beanbag chairs, an ottoman and a TV that hasn’t been hooked up.
—Linda Robertson, Miami Herald, 24 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ottoman
Noun
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The living room is anchored by a soaring stone fireplace, which is mirrored in the stone doorways throughout, while the kitchen, framed by large windows that look out on the snowy landscape, includes a banquette for casual meals.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
2 Feb. 2026
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Food and Drink Silhouette is the all-day lounge that offers a snack menu and drinks in a very comfortable setting with a fireplace and banquette seating.—
Carole Dixon,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Guests can spring for a cabana, daybed, or the Party Deck and get day passes thrown in, as well, or bundle their passes with other purchases.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
8 Feb. 2026
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How does conversation flow between the outdoor dining table and the brick daybed?—
Hannah Martin,
Architectural Digest,
6 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Then, with many on the court at this point, Stewart came rushing off the Pistons’ bench to confront Bridges, throwing a punch as their altercation became the focal point of the madness on the hardwood.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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Those seats were behind Seattle's bench in prime viewing territory.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Ottoman.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ottoman. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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