genius loci

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Recent Examples of genius loci These stories, embedded in the design, culture and essence of a destination, tap into the spirit of place, or genius loci, creating a narrative that resonates on a personal level. Roger Sands, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024 Inspiration was found in the genius loci of this region, known for both the elegance of its Renaissance villas and the rough-hewn farmhouses that date back to medieval times. ELLE Decor, 30 Nov. 2022 The wealthy part-time residents, with their renovation and caretaking and groundskeeping needs, are the mill in this town, so the genius loci is also an employer. Rafil Kroll-Zaidi, Harper’s Magazine , 17 Aug. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for genius loci
Noun
  • Overall, the analyst is bullish on EPD stock and views it as a core master limited partnership holding, having both offensive and defensive characteristics.
    TipRanks.com Staff, CNBC, 6 Apr. 2025
  • These are clones of individual grape varieties that have been bred to ensure certain characteristics, such as resistance to specific diseases.
    Tom Mullen, Forbes.com, 6 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Early polling is often deemed unreliable as the political climate is rapidly changing.
    Lauren Green, The Washington Examiner, 4 Apr. 2025
  • In warmer climates, for example, the liquid expands and contracts more rapidly, which can lead to a quicker extraction of flavors from the barrel.
    Emily Price, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • But beneath driving rain and amid a thunderous atmosphere, the home side had staged a stirring fightback, scoring four goals without reply to seize control of their destiny in the competition.
    Tom Williams, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2025
  • Project Drawdown is renowned for identifying and promoting practical climate solutions to reduce greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.
    Afdhel Aziz, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Old tires left on a property can collect rainwater, creating the ideal environment for mosquitoes to breed.
    Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Apr. 2025
  • Helps Reduce Inflammation Promising but limited research suggests that papaya and its extracts have anti-inflammatory properties.
    Sarah Anzlovar, MS, Verywell Health, 2 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • If the Beatles at Shea Stadium in ’65 was packed with shrieking teenage fans, the All Starrs at the Venetian incubated quite a different ambience about six decades later.
    Mark Leibovich, The Atlantic, 31 Mar. 2025
  • On the Deck 7 Promenade, Masters of the Sea is one of the ship’s most popular, with a pub ambience and an extensive craft beer list, including three made in the ship’s own brewery.
    Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 17 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • Longer daylight hours can improve mood and cognitive function.
    Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
  • But the recent vitriol online may threaten the peaceable mood of the campus, particularly when Steve Glinick moves from Rhode Island to his summer home at Chautauqua, where his daughter, Emily Glinick, lives year-round.
    Christopher Maag, New York Times, 3 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Next to the garden, there is a recreational area with its sand playground and an ice cream cart, serving flavors including lavender honey, figs, peach basil, as well as olive oil and lemon sorbet.
    Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 10 Apr. 2025
  • According to the official tasting notes, there are flavors of red fruit, cola, vanilla, and barrel spice on the palate, with a warm, lingering finish.
    Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 10 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Some observe a Buddhist diet and begin the holiday with a vegan dish to bring good karma for the coming year.
    Kate Kassin, Bon Appétit, 14 Jan. 2023
  • Can a business bring good or bad karma to its organization?
    Darick Spears, Rolling Stone, 3 Oct. 2022

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“Genius loci.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/genius%20loci. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.

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