genius loci

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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. 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
  • Overall, the analyst is bullish on EPD stock and views it as a core master limited partnership holding, having both offensive and defensive characteristics.
    TipRanks.com Staff, CNBC, 6 Apr. 2025
  • These are clones of individual grape varieties that have been bred to ensure certain characteristics, such as resistance to specific diseases.
    Tom Mullen, Forbes.com, 6 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Plants benefit from afternoon shade in warm Southern climates.
    Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2025
  • In warmer climates, for example, the liquid expands and contracts more rapidly, which can lead to a quicker extraction of flavors from the barrel.
    Emily Price, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • But beneath driving rain and amid a thunderous atmosphere, the home side had staged a stirring fightback, scoring four goals without reply to seize control of their destiny in the competition.
    Tom Williams, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2025
  • Project Drawdown is renowned for identifying and promoting practical climate solutions to reduce greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.
    Afdhel Aziz, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • This legendary property opened its doors in 1920 and has hosted presidents, celebrities, and other famous guests throughout the years.
    Cynthia J Drake, Southern Living, 14 Apr. 2025
  • Villegas arrived at his property to discover that small furniture from around the house had been relocated to the garage, and some items were missing entirely.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • The bedrooms are awash in calming sand tones with dark wood ceiling beams above and the general ambience takes cues from nature.
    Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 7 Apr. 2025
  • Just as in the film, the ambience of the era and the inner workings of early television is thick with cigarette smoke, jazz music, and journalistic drive.
    Frank Rizzo, Variety, 4 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • But more broadly, a cloudy backdrop — marked by a weakening US economy, trade wars and rising geopolitical tensions — is creating a general risk-off mood in the stock market.
    Bloomberg, The Mercury News, 7 Mar. 2025
  • This may support skin, heart, immune system, and cognitive health, reduce inflammation, and improve energy and mood.
    Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 7 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Next to the garden, there is a recreational area with its sand playground and an ice cream cart, serving flavors including lavender honey, figs, peach basil, as well as olive oil and lemon sorbet.
    Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 10 Apr. 2025
  • According to the official tasting notes, there are flavors of red fruit, cola, vanilla, and barrel spice on the palate, with a warm, lingering finish.
    Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 10 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • 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
  • 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 18 Apr. 2025.

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