alley
Example Sentences
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Albert was found in an alley near the corner of W. 94th Street and Vermont Avenue, according to PETA.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 28, 2026
A sign reading “Where Vietnamese coffee talks…” blinks overhead in the alley leading to this speakeasy-like cafe in the Old Quarter.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026
Completed in 2021, the sprawling property is now believed to be worth around $35 million, offering an array of high-end amenities, including a bowling alley, private gym, an Olympic-size swimming pool, and a spa.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 4, 2026
Jad's friends spotted the soldiers first and ran away up the alley.
From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026
When Danny came out into the alley with his own fistful of nails, I gave James a strained, apologetic smile.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.