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noun

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as in tower
a large, magnificent, or massive building the governor's opponents have accused him of building palaces to house the state government

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as in court
the residence of a ruler Buckingham Palace flies a special flag to indicate when the monarch is in residence

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Noun
Among the new additions this year are a sacred mountain in Malawi, petroglyphs in South Korea, the remains of a 17th century port and forts in Port Royal, Jamaica, royal palaces in Germany, and a river canyon in Brazil known for its biodiversity. Brittney Melton, NPR, 21 July 2025 The announcement came shortly after Israel launched air attacks on the Syrian Defense Ministry and areas near the presidential palace, while continuing strikes on Syrian forces in the southern city of Suwayda. Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 17 July 2025 Located in a former Baroque palace estate in the Juárez neighborhood, this house is what sunny fever dreams are made of: a massive outdoor pool is lined by plush loungers, where the city’s chicest rest atop olive-and-white towels and sip mezcal cocktails and natural wine. Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 13 July 2025 The Fortress was wrapped up in this, too, with the iconic ice palace being replaced by Clark’s ship. Daryl Baxter, Space.com, 11 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for palace
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Adjective
  • Despite being booked and busy during her visit in Turkey, Lopez will get to enjoy the Regnum Carya’s most luxurious and relaxing accommodation, the Crown Villa, the property tells PEOPLE.
    Natalia Senanayake, People.com, 21 July 2025
  • Joe Raedle/Getty Images The cabin will be preset to be at the customer's ideal temperature ahead of their meeting and the concierge will help connect phones to the vehicle to run Apple CarPlay. Dropping off the vehicle is designed to be as easy and luxurious as pickup.
    Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 July 2025
Noun
  • This week’s picks include a Park Slope two-bedroom with a pair of wood-burning fireplaces and a one-bedroom on Clinton Hill’s historic mansion row with a lovely triple-bay window.
    Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 22 July 2025
  • But as long as the world’s elite want gleaming sinks and grand columns in mansions and company headquarters — and as long as global industries use chemical fillers for things like concrete and toothpaste — the quarries are unlikely to close.
    Meara Sharma, The Dial, 22 July 2025
Noun
  • The hotel tower, which is expected to open in 2031, will also feature a 76,000-square-foot Skyloop, an multi-level observation deck about 245 meters above ground, providing panoramic views of the city and the harbor.
    Jonathan Burgos, Forbes.com, 16 July 2025
  • The site at 145 St. and Lenox Ave. will include 338 affordable units across three buildings: two towers at 30 and 32 stories tall, with a third 8-story building set to contain 90 affordable senior units funded by the city’s Department of Housing Preservation and Development.
    Téa Kvetenadze, New York Daily News, 14 July 2025
Noun
  • Steven Goncalves, Kaylee’s brother, was called to speak in court but unexpectedly declined to do so.
    Sally Krutzig, Idaho Statesman, 24 July 2025
  • After losing in court, Gawker filed for bankruptcy protection and sold itself to Univision in 2016.
    Rhett Bartlett, HollywoodReporter, 24 July 2025
Noun
  • Looking around and seeing all of our people, who have supported us through different eras of our lives, together at a 13th-century castle overlooking the Tuscan countryside is crazy!
    Angela Andaloro, People.com, 21 July 2025
  • Adorned with conch shells and a golden sun, the castle sets the tone for an epic beach day.
    Nathan Diller, USA Today, 21 July 2025
Noun
  • The ceremony — during which guests were welcomed into the cathedral to the sound of bagpipes, per Hello! — was followed by a reception at the Shangri-La Hotel inside The Shard.
    Erin Clack, People.com, 15 July 2025
  • With a few interruptions, the medieval treasure since leaving England has been housed in the cathedral in Bayeux, France.
    News Desk, Artforum, 10 July 2025
Adjective
  • Clean your pearls with a polishing cloth and a pearl safe spray, our deluxe cleaning kit is perfect for the job.
    Felicity Carter, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
  • There are several clusters of bedrooms throughout the house, but the deluxe primary suite is a true showstopper with a fireplace, a sitting room with a wet bar, and access to a private deck overlooking the grounds.
    Tori Latham, Robb Report, 7 July 2025
Noun
  • 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
  • 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

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“Palace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/palace. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.

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