alcove

Example Sentences

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Photographs of young men from the neighborhood who lost their lives line a memorial alcove, surrounding a shrine made of a tank track, an artillery box, spent shells and artificial roses.

From New York Times

To open up smaller bathrooms, an exposed shower stall features a transparent glass panel in place of an alcove’s side wall.

From Seattle Times

The team retreated into a series of narrow alcoves off the main street.

From Washington Post

I wandered across to the gem alcove to marvel at the belles of the ball, among them the Star of India, another find by the resourceful Mr. Kunz, this time on behalf of J.P.

From New York Times

The firm operates on a membership model, with 24/7 telemedicine and waiting areas with arched, white oak-paneled alcoves that give owners and their pets an intimate place to chill before appointments.

From New York Times