as in mansion
a large impressive residence
a millionaire with a luxurious villa in Mexico
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Recent Examples of villa
Kathrin moved out of the flat in the basement of the Velden villa to larger rooms upstairs.
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Simon Akam, Vanity Fair, 2 Apr. 2026
While they were spoiled for choice with regard to the ceremony venue, the couple ultimately decided to hold it on the villa’s back lawn.
—Kaitlin Menza, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Apr. 2026
There is no shortage of extravagant beachfront villas in the Caribbean, but this one distinguishes itself by combining the best of neo-classical design with a touch of whimsy.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 19 Mar. 2026
After her time in the villa, Mustafa sparked dating rumors with Russell when the pair walked hand-in-hand at a movie premiere on July 31.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 17 Mar. 2026
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Simon Akam, Vanity Fair, 2 Apr. 2026
While they were spoiled for choice with regard to the ceremony venue, the couple ultimately decided to hold it on the villa’s back lawn.
—Kaitlin Menza, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Apr. 2026
There is no shortage of extravagant beachfront villas in the Caribbean, but this one distinguishes itself by combining the best of neo-classical design with a touch of whimsy.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 19 Mar. 2026
After her time in the villa, Mustafa sparked dating rumors with Russell when the pair walked hand-in-hand at a movie premiere on July 31.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 17 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for villa
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Built in 1876, the Camron-Stanford House is the last of the 19th-century Victorian mansions that once lined Lake Merritt.—
Jose Fabian,
CBS News,
4 Apr. 2026
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The historic Camron-Stanford house, the last of the 19th century Victorian mansions that once lined Oakland’s Lake Merritt, was damaged in a fire early Saturday morning.—
Sarah Feldberg,
San Francisco Chronicle,
4 Apr. 2026
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The hotel has 174 rooms and suites, all with plush furnishings and impressive, hacienda-style architecture.—
Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Feb. 2026
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Renovations over the last several years have given rooms and suites a more modern design feel, with color palettes that highlight desert hues—all accommodations feature large sliding glass doors to patios or balconies for enjoying views of the expansive, hacienda-style grounds.—
Asonta Benetti,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Jan. 2026
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The epicenter of it all is the manor, home to the town's founding father, John, and his wife, Ruth.—
Kim Hudson,
CBS News,
12 Mar. 2026
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The party was taking place at Waley-Cohen's family home, a 17th-century manor in Oxfordshire.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
11 Mar. 2026
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Here are six of the most notable castles in Italy.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
2 Apr. 2026
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Here, visitors can eat fresh fish and enjoy the sights, including the ruins of a Byzantine-period castle.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Apr. 2026
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Even attorneys who specialize in wills, trusts, estate planning and probate may have no experience dealing with Chapter 415 of the Florida Statutes.—
Carol Marbin Miller,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
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Miller’s 1968 play, written during the agonizing days of the Vietnam War, concerns the disposition of the remains of a once-illustrious estate.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Apr. 2026
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The palace has yet to release full details of the visit.—
Karla Adam The Washington Post,
Arkansas Online,
5 Apr. 2026
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Most visitors to London see an old-world scrim of royal palaces, ancient pubs and West End theaters.—
Frank Langfitt,
NPR,
4 Apr. 2026
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Bringing a new perspective to campus Last summer, Tamura returned to campus, moving into a house across the street from UC Health.—
Rachel Hale,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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Photos of the collision show the big rig with its back end on the road and its nose down the hilly yard, just feet from the house.—
Caelyn Pender,
Mercury News,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Villa.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/villa. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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