as in isle
a fairly small area of land completely surrounded by water
the island of Hawaii is the largest in the Hawaiian archipelago
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The big picture: The island community — accessible only by boat or helicopter — is one of the wealthiest ZIP codes in America and a source of palace intrigue, legal fights and celebrity gossip.
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Martin Vassolo, Axios, 25 Mar. 2025
Plush seating invites you to unwind, while the adjacent open-concept kitchen—decked out with state-of-the-art appliances and a spacious island—is perfect for everything from casual breakfasts to elegant dinner parties.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 25 Mar. 2025
The river basin sits within Gulf Province along the southern coast of Papua New Guinea, an island country north of Australia.
—Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 25 Mar. 2025
Thanks to the rug plus a blue accent island, the space feels cozy and boho.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Mar. 2025
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Martin Vassolo, Axios, 25 Mar. 2025
Plush seating invites you to unwind, while the adjacent open-concept kitchen—decked out with state-of-the-art appliances and a spacious island—is perfect for everything from casual breakfasts to elegant dinner parties.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 25 Mar. 2025
The river basin sits within Gulf Province along the southern coast of Papua New Guinea, an island country north of Australia.
—Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 25 Mar. 2025
Thanks to the rug plus a blue accent island, the space feels cozy and boho.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Mar. 2025
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“Island.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/island. Accessed 5 Apr. 2025.
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