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as in chairpersons
a person in charge of a meeting
all questions and comments should be directed to the chair
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as in helms
the place of leadership or command
the chair of the English department at the university
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Recent Examples of chairs
Venga Part store and part café, Venga is housed in a modern concrete building, with plush couches and chairs scattered throughout.
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Amanda Ogle, Travel + Leisure, 15 Feb. 2025
Among the ash, remnants of the stands, chairs, and tables piled with charred vegetables can be seen.
—Avery Schmitz, Aleena Fayaz and Kaila Nichols, CNN, 14 Feb. 2025
The players slump silently in chairs after handshake lines.
—Brian Hamilton, The Athletic, 14 Feb. 2025
The New York Post reported these additional items include a desk, coffee table, director’s chairs, and a bookshelf, as well as the architectural plans for the structure and additional drawings.
—Karen K. Ho, ARTnews.com, 13 Feb. 2025
That sentiment is reflected, and stylishly, in a new collaboration between menswear designer Armando Cabral and modular furniture pioneer USM, which has resulted in the Swiss brand’s first chairs, bed, and gentlemen’s valet.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 13 Feb. 2025
This gingham seat cushion is such an effortless way to elevate otherwise simple chairs.
—Megan Schaltegger, Southern Living, 13 Feb. 2025
There are markdowns on conversation sets to create a cozy living space outdoors, egg chairs that are equally comfortable and stylish, and patio dining sets for alfresco meals.
—Bridget Degnan, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Feb. 2025
The five-piece set includes four outdoor dining chairs with red cushions and a square table for less than $200.
—Bridget Degnan, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Feb. 2025
Amanda Ogle, Travel + Leisure, 15 Feb. 2025
Among the ash, remnants of the stands, chairs, and tables piled with charred vegetables can be seen.
—Avery Schmitz, Aleena Fayaz and Kaila Nichols, CNN, 14 Feb. 2025
The players slump silently in chairs after handshake lines.
—Brian Hamilton, The Athletic, 14 Feb. 2025
The New York Post reported these additional items include a desk, coffee table, director’s chairs, and a bookshelf, as well as the architectural plans for the structure and additional drawings.
—Karen K. Ho, ARTnews.com, 13 Feb. 2025
That sentiment is reflected, and stylishly, in a new collaboration between menswear designer Armando Cabral and modular furniture pioneer USM, which has resulted in the Swiss brand’s first chairs, bed, and gentlemen’s valet.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 13 Feb. 2025
This gingham seat cushion is such an effortless way to elevate otherwise simple chairs.
—Megan Schaltegger, Southern Living, 13 Feb. 2025
There are markdowns on conversation sets to create a cozy living space outdoors, egg chairs that are equally comfortable and stylish, and patio dining sets for alfresco meals.
—Bridget Degnan, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Feb. 2025
The five-piece set includes four outdoor dining chairs with red cushions and a square table for less than $200.
—Bridget Degnan, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Feb. 2025
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“Chairs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chairs. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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