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Recent Examples of cot
Even a new 90-bed addition to the county jail that will be ready Friday won’t help relieve the crowds that prompted Sheriff Nick Navarro to pitch a tent and fill it with cots and inmates.
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Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2025
At the start, my unnamed character is roused from a cot inside a bunker by a scientist in a hazmat suit with a gaping wound to his side.
—Christopher Rd, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
American Red Cross The American Red Cross has already leaped into action in Los Angeles, moving thousands of cots and blankets and setting up shelters around the county, providing resources to families who’ve lost their homes, as well as support for first responders.
—Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 9 Jan. 2025
However, if someone isn’t placed in a shelter by late in the evening, the facility offers overflow beds through cots, the spokesperson said.
—Rebecca Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2025
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Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2025
At the start, my unnamed character is roused from a cot inside a bunker by a scientist in a hazmat suit with a gaping wound to his side.
—Christopher Rd, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
American Red Cross The American Red Cross has already leaped into action in Los Angeles, moving thousands of cots and blankets and setting up shelters around the county, providing resources to families who’ve lost their homes, as well as support for first responders.
—Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 9 Jan. 2025
However, if someone isn’t placed in a shelter by late in the evening, the facility offers overflow beds through cots, the spokesperson said.
—Rebecca Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cot
Noun
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Easing herself into the sofa in her Cutler Bay studio apartment, Alida Gonzalez said she’s been trying to relax recently.—
Max Klaver,
Miami Herald,
28 May 2025
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To increase their chances of securing another meal, the bugs congregate where humans spend most of their time: mattresses, sofas, chairs.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 May 2025
Noun
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Lodging options include guest rooms in the main inn or bungalows, complete with a cocktail bar for guests to make their own summer aperitifs.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
23 May 2025
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The entrepreneurial couple now rents their home, along with a pink California bungalow and a bungalow in Palm Springs, for celebrity photo shoots and music videos.—
Lisa Boone,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2025
Noun
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Kylie can be heard asking her kids, as daughters Wyatt and Elliotte began singing a song together, and their sister Bennett smiled along on the couch.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
26 May 2025
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His favorite pastime is lounging on the couch, snuggled up for a good TV show.—
Maryanne Dell,
Oc Register,
24 May 2025
Noun
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After battling nine days of brutal heat, zero security, and rough nights in mud huts, the Clooneys returned to the U.S. in time for a rally organized by the Save Darfur Coalition on the National Mall, where other speakers included then Senator Barack Obama.—
Jake Tapper,
New Yorker,
13 May 2025
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According to the official Mount Fuji website, all trails to the summit are closed and most of the trail signs have been removed, with all huts, toilets and first aid stations also shut for the off season.—
Jack Guy,
CNN Money,
28 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Rooms: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom Amenities: Waterfront location, beach access, outdoor shower, washer, AC, BBQ, hammock, hot tub, outdoor kitchen, bikes, kayak, sun loungers.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
17 May 2025
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The cruise line, with its sleek design, balcony hammocks and Instagram-friendly onboard spaces, has been a hit with younger guests.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2025
Noun
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During the long weekend, dining sets, daybeds, and benches are up to 82 percent off.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
22 May 2025
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Walter is a fan of daybeds and furniture fitted with casters for versatility.—
Kathryn Streeter,
USA Today,
7 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Other notable features include a 12-bed bunk room and a spa with a Himalayan salt room, plus an entertaining complex decked out with a bar, a movie theater, a bowling alley, a sports simulator, an arcade, a cigar lounge, and a wine cave.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
23 May 2025
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The children’s bunk room is warm, sophisticated and cleverly designed.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
22 May 2025
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“Cot.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cot. Accessed 1 Jun. 2025.
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