armchair

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Writers are going to extremes to prove they didn’t use AI, in some cases adding typos or casual language to stay ahead of armchair detectors.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

Francisco Gonzalez, a 79-year-old retiree, also said he had a sleepless night in the dark, "sitting in an armchair at home, waiting for the power to come back on."

From Barron's • Mar. 22, 2026

On a Saturday night in November 2001, 91-year-old Mabel Leyshon was watching TV in her favourite armchair.

From BBC • Feb. 25, 2026

After Nakai’s score was announced, Glenn pulled Liu out of the white armchair and onto her feet, presenting the Olympic champion.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2026

Relaxed, sitting in an armchair with his legs stretched out in front of him, he was alert, well rested, quick with a laugh or a clever reply.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt