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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
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
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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While the speech shares many characteristics with a State of the Union address, this presentation is slightly different in nature.—
Alana Wise,
NPR,
1 Mar. 2025
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Holdings should generally help attain the environmental or social characteristics promoted.—
Heather Farmbrough,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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For more climate and environment news, follow @Sammy_Roth on X and @sammyroth.bsky.social on Bluesky.—
Sammy Roth,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Feb. 2025
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Armed conflicts, political, economic, and sociocultural crises, waves of migration, corruption, crime, misinformation, climate and environmental challenges, and technological advances, especially AI, are shaping a new global scenario.—
Susana Sierra,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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Fewer people on the slopes is also a huge bonus for skiers and the mountain atmosphere is much more relaxed.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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Serving many different customers The advantages of such a platform include superior image quality, less congested orbits, and natural debris removal as inoperable satellites are pulled down into Earth's atmosphere and burnt up.—
Eric Berger,
Ars Technica,
3 Mar. 2025
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This measure is even more important for renters looking into single-family rental properties, Divounguy said.—
Ana Teresa Solá,
CNBC,
25 Feb. 2025
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The first is by boosting the amount of capital available to each worker, such as property, plants, and equipment.—
Matthew J. Slaughter,
Foreign Affairs,
25 Feb. 2025
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My birthday came around, and my date took me to a fun restaurant with great ambience and food.—
Harriette Cole,
The Mercury News,
14 Feb. 2025
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The music incorporates sounds of modern jazz, oscillating between background ambience and intense bursts that mirror the story’s rising tension.—
Joseph Strauss,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Jan. 2025
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The film’s effect on the perception of Brazil’s powerful military has been something of a virtuous circle: the political mood powers the popularity of the movie, and the movie in turn powers the political mood.—
Steven Zeitchik,
The Hollywood Reporter,
27 Feb. 2025
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Sophisticated yet sculptural silhouettes, whimsy adornment, and vivid hues at Erdem, S.S. Daley, Roksanda, Emilia Wickstead and Burberry captured the mood best.—
Tianwei Zhang,
WWD,
25 Feb. 2025
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Consumers are looking for bigger, bolder, and more complex flavors, and brands are paying attention.—
Stephanie Gravalese,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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Emily’s Red Beans And Rice This recipe, from Emily Shaya, is made with bacon and a ham hock for extra flavor.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
6 Mar. 2025
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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
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Can a business bring good or bad karma to its organization?—
Darick Spears,
Rolling Stone,
3 Oct. 2022
Cite this Entry
“Genius loci.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/genius%20loci. Accessed 10 Mar. 2025.
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