alveoli

noun

Definition of alveolinext
plural of alveolus
as in pockets

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  1. impressions
  2. valleys
  3. nooks
Noun
  • And what were his impressions of Mastroianni and Loren?
    Alan Friedman, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Oct. 2024
  • First Impressions In business, as in life, first impressions can have a big impact.
    Sam Nelson, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of impressions
Noun
  • In rural Appalachia, where landslides scarred slopes and water thundered into narrow valleys, damage from Helene is severe and recovery slow.
    Chris Kenning, USA TODAY, 3 Oct. 2024
  • Fog may sometimes reduce visibilities to below a quarter of a mile, especially in area river valleys.
    Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of valleys
Noun
  • This long and narrow plastic attachment has an angled head and is ideal for picking up dust from small nooks and crevices.
    Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Sep. 2024
  • The vivid colors and textures of Mexican art are thoughtfully woven into the common areas of the property, which seamlessly blends open-air spaces and cozy nooks for a vibe that’s at once sprawling and intimate.
    Tim Chan, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019
Definition of nooks
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