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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.
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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
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
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Genomic sequences of viruses are shared on this platform, and using genetic detective work, trees that trace the genetic characteristics and evolution of viruses are built.Geraldine Castro, WIRED, 20 Dec. 2024
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Lauded by the ancient Greeks, hubris is the devastating, dangerous and of course exciting characteristic which often led to the hero’s downfall.Matt Grobar, Deadline, 19 Dec. 2024
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Other symptoms—like cold hands, cold feet, and pale skin—could easily be attributed to climate, lifestyle, or weather.Christina Pérez, Vogue, 23 Dec. 2024
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Today’s top stories Weather, climate and environment A preservation group is suing the city of Whittier over its plan to raze more than 100 trees.Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
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On Christmas Eve, the Parker Solar Probe ventured into the star’s corona — the outermost layer of its atmosphere — during humanity’s closest-ever approach to the sun.Jamie Carter, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
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The more dust or clouds in Earth's atmosphere during a lunar eclipse, the redder the moon appears.Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 26 Dec. 2024
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Volunteers visited the property more than 60 times between Aug. 31 and Nov. 11.Alex Derosier, Twin Cities, 21 Dec. 2024
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The couple, parents of five who are now empty nesters, also often skinny dip in their outdoor hot tub on their Oklahoma property.Lawrence Yee, People.com, 21 Dec. 2024
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The pistons, belts, and pulleys create the ambience of an engine room on a steamship, as clumps of fiber are separated and realigned into uniform fabric.Shane C Kurup, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Dec. 2024
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Candle Wax Lighting a few candles is an easy way to create a festive ambience, but wax drips and splatters are often an unfortunate result.Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2024
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Still, the mood has cooled as the pace of growth has proven unpredictable, leading to earnings disappointments and frustrated investors.Christina Cheddar Berk, CNBC, 23 Dec. 2024
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The mood is lightened when Miss Shalae returns, serving up an energetic performance for the ladies.Shelby Stewart, Essence, 23 Dec. 2024
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The Norton Malbec pairs well with sharp nutty cheeses like Comte, which offers a complex, nutty flavor with buttery, fruity undertones.Alissa Fitzgerald, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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No other Lay’s products, flavors, sizes or variety packs are recalled.Ahjané Forbes, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
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Some observe a Buddhist diet and begin the holiday with a vegan dish to bring good karma for the coming year.Kate Kassin, Bon Appétit, 14 Jan. 2023
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Can a business bring good or bad karma to its organization?Darick Spears, Rolling Stone, 3 Oct. 2022
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“Genius loci.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/genius%20loci. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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