arches

NOUN

curve, curved structure

Synonyms

STRONGEST

arc archway

STRONG

bend bow curvature dome semicircle span vault

VERB

curve

Synonyms

STRONGEST

arc

STRONG

bend bow bridge camber extend form hook hump hunch round shape span stretch

Antonyms

STRONG

compress concentrate condense destroy neglect shorten straighten

Example Sentences

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Now the once-empty backyard is a lush garden: towers of colorful black-eyed susans on arches, planters of nasturtiums and homegrown vegetables.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

The new outdoor area, developed on adjacent arches secured from Network Rail, will expand provision to include a Wellness Shed project, a sensory garden with raised beds and an outdoor yoga and mindfulness space.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

Upon entering the abode, guests are greeted with a large space with an open floor plan that is accentuated by the arches in the walls.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 9, 2026

Currently hosting 19×8.5-inch alloys, the wheel arches are spacious enough to accommodate more heroic wheels and tires.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 28, 2026

Some parts swerved in wide arches where they couldn’t see another car coming around the corner.

From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova