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Recent Examples of terraces
Along the west side, the second floor cantilevers slightly out from the face while the south side of the building steps back dramatically at the third level to break the mass and provide some private outdoor terraces.
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Edward Keegan, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
The best keys are the suites with terraces, offering ample lounging space whenever a rain-free London day avails.
—Travis Levius, Travel + Leisure, 1 Apr. 2026
The palace—with its austere and elegant façade, generous spaces, high ceilings, and beautiful terraces—has been effectively preserved.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Mar. 2026
His influence still shapes the experience of the house today, from its arched openings and pale green detailing to the way rooms open seamlessly onto terraces and gardens.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 30 Mar. 2026
The brewery anchors The Line, a 16-story building with office space, a sky lobby and outdoor terraces.
—Chase Jordan
march 30, Charlotte Observer, 30 Mar. 2026
This new elevated section accommodates pathways, terraces, and seating; making the square approachable from multiple access points, while also providing a clear spatial structure.
—New Atlas, 28 Mar. 2026
Designed by Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design, the vessel will feature 47 suites with soaring ceilings and private terraces merging the indoors with the horizon.
—Elycia Rubin, HollywoodReporter, 24 Mar. 2026
Common areas include eight fireplaces, a billiards room, and winding stone staircases that lead to multiple terraces to take in the kaleidoscopic sunsets that paint the backdrop against the Santa Ynez mountains.
—Kristin Braswell, Architectural Digest, 23 Mar. 2026
Edward Keegan, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
The best keys are the suites with terraces, offering ample lounging space whenever a rain-free London day avails.
—Travis Levius, Travel + Leisure, 1 Apr. 2026
The palace—with its austere and elegant façade, generous spaces, high ceilings, and beautiful terraces—has been effectively preserved.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Mar. 2026
His influence still shapes the experience of the house today, from its arched openings and pale green detailing to the way rooms open seamlessly onto terraces and gardens.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 30 Mar. 2026
The brewery anchors The Line, a 16-story building with office space, a sky lobby and outdoor terraces.
—Chase Jordan
march 30, Charlotte Observer, 30 Mar. 2026
This new elevated section accommodates pathways, terraces, and seating; making the square approachable from multiple access points, while also providing a clear spatial structure.
—New Atlas, 28 Mar. 2026
Designed by Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design, the vessel will feature 47 suites with soaring ceilings and private terraces merging the indoors with the horizon.
—Elycia Rubin, HollywoodReporter, 24 Mar. 2026
Common areas include eight fireplaces, a billiards room, and winding stone staircases that lead to multiple terraces to take in the kaleidoscopic sunsets that paint the backdrop against the Santa Ynez mountains.
—Kristin Braswell, Architectural Digest, 23 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for terraces
Noun
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And the brand’s gold Medusa-head logos were stamped everywhere—on the walls, the balconies, even the drains.—
Serena Turner,
Vanity Fair,
30 Mar. 2026
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The problems included narrow kitchens, bathrooms and doors, mailbox keys and laundry room dryers too high for wheelchair users, and steps up leading to private balconies and common areas like roof decks, the suit alleges.—
John Annese,
New York Daily News,
29 Mar. 2026
Noun
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During the construction phase, the group avoided the use of heavy machinery to keep most of the jungle intact and used ironwood reclaimed from boat piers and fishing boat decks as the main construction material.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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Aimed chiefly at rural towns and suburbs, 8-30g essentially clears the decks of all local zoning rules for residential developers setting aside at least 30% of their units at affordable levels for the next 40 years.—
Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
30 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Terraces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/terraces. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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