as in mansion
a large impressive residence
entertained everyone at their manor house after the wedding ceremony
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Recent Examples of manor house
Speaking over the phone from her home outside of Los Angeles, the legendary actress is reminiscing about one of the many formidable women that appeared at her family’s western Ireland manor house during her childhood.
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Erik Morse, Vogue, 15 Apr. 2025
The show is structured as a manor house murder mystery and wears its influences on its sleeve.
—Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune, 20 Mar. 2025
It was once owned by The Crown following the dissolution of the monasteries in 1539 by King Henry VIII—later transforming into the five-star manor house hotel that stands today with ornate tapestries, Tudor beamed walls, cozy firelit lounges, medieval chandeliers, and original stone archways.
—Lewis Nunn, Forbes, 9 Mar. 2025
Named Seven Oaks Ranch, the 103-acre estate is anchored by a Tudor Revival manor house that blends into the rolling landscape of Happy Canyon.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 9 Mar. 2025
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Erik Morse, Vogue, 15 Apr. 2025
The show is structured as a manor house murder mystery and wears its influences on its sleeve.
—Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune, 20 Mar. 2025
It was once owned by The Crown following the dissolution of the monasteries in 1539 by King Henry VIII—later transforming into the five-star manor house hotel that stands today with ornate tapestries, Tudor beamed walls, cozy firelit lounges, medieval chandeliers, and original stone archways.
—Lewis Nunn, Forbes, 9 Mar. 2025
Named Seven Oaks Ranch, the 103-acre estate is anchored by a Tudor Revival manor house that blends into the rolling landscape of Happy Canyon.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 9 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for manor house
Noun
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It’s set today in modern-day L.A., somewhere on the coast in a palatial mansion, which is a very sort of film noir setting.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
4 June 2025
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At one point, the head of the family Robert Crawley (Hugh Bonneville) pays respect to the mansion that made the show famous — the real Highclere Castle in Hampshire, England — by giving it a pat and a kiss, apparently as the family says goodbye to it.—
Patrick Hipes,
Deadline,
2 June 2025
Noun
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The queue alone, set in Frankenstein manor, is worth seeing with richly detailed rooms and next-level animatronics.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
26 May 2025
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Local experts had long suspected the manor sat near, or even on top of, the 13th-century bishop’s fortress but didn’t know for sure until now.—
Aspen Pflughoeft,
Miami Herald,
21 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Inside and out, there’s ample space to unwind, and the villas have direct access to a serene river pool.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
30 May 2025
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Book a long-term stay in one of their high-end villas, like this two bedroom unit that comes fully stocked with a chef’s kitchen, in-unit laundry, and upscale amenities like the private pool and personal golf cart to maneuver around the jungle landscape surrounding the property.—
Shannon Sharpe,
Architectural Digest,
28 May 2025
Noun
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The hacienda-style home is swathed in vines and surrounded by immaculate landscaping with native plants and blooming, vibrant flowers.—
Emma Reynolds,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
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Or, upgrade to expansive suites, haciendas, or villas with sweeping views of the Sea of Cortez, infinity-edge hot tubs, or private plunge pools.—
Emily Hochberg,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Dec. 2024
Noun
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The former, with its iconic castles, characters, and warp pipe entrance, and the latter with dozens of dragons, three rides, and one amazing show do not disappoint.—
Kimberly Zapata,
Parents,
3 June 2025
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The castle had been the home to the Granthams since the show’s launch in 2011.—
Patrick Hipes,
Deadline,
2 June 2025
Noun
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In July 2019, NBC News’ TODAY released unearthed video footage believed to be from 1992, which showed Trump greeting Epstein at his Mar-a-Lago estate.—
Rebecca Schneid,
Time,
6 June 2025
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Under federal law, an S corporation must be a domestic corporation with shareholders who are domestic individuals, trusts, or estates (no partnerships, corporations, or non-resident alien shareholders).—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
Noun
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There are colonial palaces next to street markets, and winding lanes that take you through the centuries on a stroll.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
4 June 2025
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While there, William and Kate visited the Bhutanese palace and were greeted with a traditional Bhutanese welcoming ceremony.—
Greta Bjornson,
People.com,
4 June 2025
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Predictive models can also identify vulnerable populations and enhance services like micro-loans, healthcare and housing to reduce barriers to opportunities for marginalized communities.—
Cathy Ross,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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But housing costs here are higher than the national average, with an average cost of $369,551.—
Amelia Mularz,
Architectural Digest,
28 May 2025
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“Manor house.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/manor%20house. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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