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nook

noun

ˈnu̇k

Definition of nook

as in alcove

a hollowed-out space in a wall books filled every nook in the literature professor's house

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Recent Examples of nook Step into the workplaces of artists like potter Paul Eshelman and several others in the towns and scenic nooks surrounding Galena. — Julia Sayers Gokhale, Midwest Living, 14 Oct. 2026 At the offices, Karp steered me briskly past open-plan tables and upholstered nooks, past signage announcing corporate fun. — Molly Fischer, New Yorker, 12 Oct. 2026 Washable rugs from Tumble can transform a bedroom, dorm, apartment, home office, or reading nook without requiring a complete decorating overhaul. — Ethan Stone october 9, Idaho Statesman, 9 Oct. 2026 Its sophisticated but never stuffy—for proof, take a peek at artist Becca Barnet’s playful diorama of taxidermy foxes and butterflies in the concierge’s nook. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for nook

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Amid the hustle and bustle of Shanghai, Samuel Gui Yang has created a quiet alcove as the Chinese brand’s first retail outpost.

— Denni Hu, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2026
Seated on the quieter, south end of the beach, this is a remarkably secluded alcove made for retreat.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Oct. 2026

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The Tkachuks won the puck along the right wing boards and Brady got control in the corner.

— Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 17 Oct. 2026
Even with the rain, the sunroom-like den remained my favorite corner of the house to read, sip on coffee, or take a moment to myself before breakfast.

— Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Oct. 2026

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