vestibule
Example Sentences
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The housekeeper, having spied a man sleeping in the vestibule of her building, believes he’s connected to the murder and thus fears for her safety.
From Los Angeles Times
For now, we were in a vestibule of hope: It was rumor, not fact, I told them and myself.
From Los Angeles Times
Syd and I chose the tiny vestibule so he could sleep in the small, dark closet, away from the crowd.
From Los Angeles Times
Taking the photographs in a vestibule at the end of a carriage, Edwards taped a large bag to the opposite window to reduce the glare - though the train conductor was not so happy.
From BBC
“A significant fire engulfed the door and part of the vestibule,” which prevented staff members who were working inside the office from exiting, the Police Department said.
From New York Times
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