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 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
  • Sadly, the Volvo EX30 missed its moment to be great, but retains some appealing characteristics.
    Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 23 Oct. 2025
  • Taking inspiration from the Greek enchantress Circe, the fragrance embodies her mythical characteristics of seduction and power, alongside rebellion and creation.
    Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Combined with an intense summer heat wave, the surge caught many residents off guard, said Alex Ambrose, a transportation and climate policy analyst at New Jersey Policy Perspective.
    Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2025
  • The climate research nonprofit Climate Central now hosts the database and makes this information available to insurers, policy makers, broadcast meteorologists and ordinary citizens.
    Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 22 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Only Dragon is reusable; the others (including HTV-X) are designed to burn up in Earth's atmosphere when their missions are over.
    Mike Wall, Space.com, 25 Oct. 2025
  • As Rissa emerged from the chapel and began to walk down the aisle during the ceremony, a harpist and choir sang softly in the background, adding to the already emotional atmosphere.
    Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • The three suspects damaged property and smashed several iPads taken from a special education classroom, according to a Facebook post by the Chandler Police Department.
    Wren Smetana, AZCentral.com, 26 Oct. 2025
  • Phillips also asked that their assets be divided up by the court as separate property, with no indication in the papers that the exes had a prenup in place.
    Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 25 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • McLuhan appreciated television for its lo-fi ambience that activated many senses all at once.
    Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 23 Oct. 2025
  • Rebranded from his previous bar, dubbed Hill Prince, Harper wanted Hush Harbor to have an inviting ambiance.
    Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 23 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • The tumult of the window and the team’s start to the season exacerbated the mood.
    Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 23 Oct. 2025
  • From chocolate brown for a subtle upgrade to neutrals, to burgundy and olive green for an instant pop of color, there’s a shade (or two…or eight) for every mood and itinerary.
    Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 22 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • By charring scallions and searing steak in the same skillet, every bite builds layers of savory, smoky flavor.
    Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2025
  • Almost any bitters can work, but Barton notes that lighter, fruit-forward flavors—like cherry, orange, or chocolate—tend to complement coffee best, while overly smoky or savory bitters can overwhelm it.
    Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • The Yankees watched Judge play the game of his life Tuesday night, blasting one of the most dramatic home runs before one of the most emotional crowds in recent postseason memory and then carried none of that feel-good karma into Game 4.
    Ian O'Connor, New York Times, 9 Oct. 2025
  • The concepts of karma, dharma, and the eternal dance between fate and choice are deeply embedded in Indian culture.
    Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 8 Oct. 2025

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“Genius loci.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/genius%20loci. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.

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