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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.
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Roger Sands, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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
Roger Sands, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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
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There are nearly 50 species of pine trees native to North America with diverse characteristics and growing preferences.—
Luke Miller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 July 2025
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That’s why researchers have spent decades trying to use genetics and behavioral characteristics to divide the spectrum into meaningful subtypes.—
Allison Parshall,
Scientific American,
10 July 2025
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In a podcast interview in November 2024, Jacobs shared his views on the future of government agencies, like NOAA, and efforts by the GOP to repeal and eliminate various weather and climate initiatives within the agency.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
9 July 2025
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In the next few decades, Wisconsin's climate will feel more like southern Illinois or Missouri and the frequency of extreme heat ― days above 90 degrees ― is projected to triple, according to the Center for Climate Research at the Nelson Institute at University of Wisconsin-Madison.—
Natalie Eilbert,
jsonline.com,
9 July 2025
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Developed by Indigo Road Hospitality with interiors by B. Berry and architecture by Neil Stevenson, the hotel blends contemporary design with a spacious, residential atmosphere.—
Lauren Mowery,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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The Grill at Smooth Rapids serves up hearty meals with river views and often hosts live music, creating a lively, family-friendly atmosphere.—
Korrin Bishop,
Southern Living,
13 July 2025
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When wage labor and economic inequality increased in the early 1800s, states extended the vote to all white men regardless of property.—
Time,
Time,
7 July 2025
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Steven Russell Klein, 28, of Bridgeport was issued a verbal warning last Thursday when police found him on property owned by the Aquarion Water Company, according to the Easton Police Department.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
7 July 2025
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The memorable food here would be enough to bring me back, but the ambience is what really seals the deal.—
Libby Monteith Minor,
Southern Living,
28 June 2025
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This unique outdoor lighting offers a stunning ambience while simultaneously keeping mosquitoes at bay.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 June 2025
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In the early mornings, before witness testimony started, the mood was usually pretty jovial on the 26th floor.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
9 July 2025
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Spruce yours up with shelving for your plants, lighting to set the mood outside, and cooling accessories to keep you comfortable in the dead heat of summer.—
Blake Bakkila,
Architectural Digest,
9 July 2025
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The restaurant combines flavors from across France, including chef Julien Pilati’s native Champagne and the Brittany of his wife, Laetitia.—
Sloane Crosley,
Travel + Leisure,
15 July 2025
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The restaurant previously brought back some of its classic menu items earlier this year, including the fan-favorite Smokehouse BBQ Bacon Sandwich along with four new tasty beverages that all share base flavors of pineapple and dragonfruit.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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The story ties together the karma of these characters with that of the mysterious witness played by Park Hae-soo (Squid Game II, Money Heist II).—
Joan MacDonald,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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So that good karma should be paying off.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
1 Apr. 2025
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“Genius loci.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/genius%20loci. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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