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Recent Examples of perch
As cries echo faintly in the background, the cub is seen perched on a ledge near a tree branch.
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Daniel R. Depetris, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Apr. 2025
This could even mimic a den or a tree that their ancestors would have once perched in.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
These caves in South Africa were not sitting above the coast perched above a rocky beach, but were a few miles inland instead.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 9 Apr. 2025
Cloudland is the definition of a getaway, with a 245-room hotel, 20,000 square-foot conference center, a full-service spa and fitness center, and a multitude of dining options perched on cliffs more than 2,000 feet above sea level.
—Erik Matuszewski, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
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Daniel R. Depetris, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Apr. 2025
This could even mimic a den or a tree that their ancestors would have once perched in.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
These caves in South Africa were not sitting above the coast perched above a rocky beach, but were a few miles inland instead.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 9 Apr. 2025
Cloudland is the definition of a getaway, with a 245-room hotel, 20,000 square-foot conference center, a full-service spa and fitness center, and a multitude of dining options perched on cliffs more than 2,000 feet above sea level.
—Erik Matuszewski, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for perch
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The team wasn't bad enough in 2024 to land a top pick, but also wasn't good enough to make the playoffs.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Apr. 2025
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In this scenario, the team moves down and lands Shavon Revel, who's capable of immediately starting in the team's secondary.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Apr. 2025
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According to Chief Joseph Ranch’s website, the cabin was built in 1916 and was used as lodging for the ranch’s staff.—
Yasmeen Hamadeh,
People.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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Inside the body During the subsequent 24 hours, the virus takes root by lodging in her nasopharynx cells in the upper part of the throat and starts spreading to her lungs.—
Emily Baumgaertner Nunn,
New York Times,
4 Apr. 2025
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Travelers will watch the birds circle overhead before coming into the shallow waters and sandbars to roost at night.—
Judy Koutsky,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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The ensuing scandal tests boundaries across a spectrum of beliefs and expectations, and has serious consequences for Roberts’ character as her chickens come back to roost.—
Matt Donnelly,
Variety,
3 Apr. 2025
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From $1,345 per night Rio Palena Lodge Chile Part of the luxury collective Eleven, this remote seven-room lodge is nestled on 30 acres of riverfront in the Los Lagos region.—
Jen Murphy,
Robb Report,
19 Apr. 2025
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Rima, a Mediterranean grill nestled within the resort's treetops, offers succulent steaks and creative fare, including pastas and salads, complemented by a fine selection of wines and cocktails.—
Livia Hengel,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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But with the 24th pick in the first round, the Vikings are positioned relatively well for one of the consensus top two safeties: Nick Emmanwori from South Carolina and Malaki Starks from Georgia.—
Dave Campbell,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Apr. 2025
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The fortunate ones made it to international waters, positioning themselves in the shipping lanes, hoping a ship would rescue them.—
Lauren Vuong,
Mercury News,
19 Apr. 2025
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In an unrelated incident a few hours later, in Prospect Lefferts Gardens, a 39-year-old man approached his Tesla parked near the corner of Hawthorne St. and Rogers Ave.—
Thomas Tracy,
New York Daily News,
12 Apr. 2025
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According to new information from the Medical Examiner’s Office, her vehicle was found by San Diego police officers parked near the trailhead five days earlier on April 2.—
Caleb Lunetta,
Mercury News,
11 Apr. 2025
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The team settled on a patient with SD Autism Spectrum disorder who had an ankle sprain but frustrated Dr. Langdon (Patrick Ball) with his endless questions.—
Chris O'Falt,
IndieWire,
10 Apr. 2025
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They are now settled in the Jackson, Wyo., community run by Joel's sister-in-law, Maria (Rutina Wesley), but the pair's relationship is strained.—
Nick Romano,
EW.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Perch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perch. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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