alcove
Example Sentences
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They hid under alcoves, in tiny rooms under the stairs, inside closets— anywhere two small kids could fit and not be noticed.
From Literature
As I reach the stooped archway into the pub, I notice a small door tucked into an alcove.
From Literature
Aunt Kitty and I tucked into an alcove behind an enormous statue of Lady Justice while Detective Webster hid himself behind a flag.
From Literature
Cubicles and alcoves don’t eliminate teamwork, but simply give employees a dedicated space to concentrate, recharge and hold quiet conversations without disrupting others.
And if one is too shy to bring out their inner artist, they can hang with a spiced wine in the dining alcove.
From Los Angeles Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
