as in foyer
the entrance room of a building the visitor thoughtfully removed her snow-covered hat and gloves in the entranceway

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Recent Examples of entranceway Built in the 12th century, this massive entranceway is one of five gates that lead into a temple complex that includes the iconic Angkor Wat site. Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 16 May 2024 Researchers uncovered four wooden roundhouses and a square entranceway structure, which were supported by stilts above a river channel and enclosed by a curved fence. Will Sullivan, Smithsonian Magazine, 21 Mar. 2024 Situated just off the main entranceway, past a mound of pale gray stones that Gastou would sometimes add to after a trip to the beach, the library suggested the study of a grand tour-era gentleman. Aimee Farrell, New York Times, 15 Mar. 2024 In June, Wallace blocked the entranceway to the school's auditorium before finally yielding. USA TODAY, 20 Feb. 2024 See all Example Sentences for entranceway 
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Noun
  • Beyond the gleaming front door lies a double-height entry foyer adorned with translucent glass floor panels splayed out around the showpiece staircase hewn from marine-grade stainless steel and walnut.
    Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 22 Nov. 2024
  • Inside, the grand foyer opens to a spectacular two-story great room, showcasing expert craftsmanship with a soaring cathedral ceiling and intricate beam work, a stone fireplace, and large windows that fill the space with natural light.
    Brendel Hightower, Detroit Free Press, 4 Oct. 2024
Noun
  • Zhenya crouches there in the hallway, cradling her hands, her jacket released.
    Suzanne Seggerman, Curbed, 14 Nov. 2024
  • As everyone yells at each other, Torres sneaks around the hallways trying to get a signal on his phone.
    Sara Netzley, EW.com, 5 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • Where is Narcan available at Texas State? San Marcos Student Health Center: Cashier window in lobby.
    Lily Kepner, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
  • Those three were involved in cargo and passenger traffic on the Bosphorus; the expansive lobby with a glass wall fronting the river was the city’s first modern cruise terminal, built in the 1940’s.
    Laurie Werner, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024

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“Entranceway.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/entranceway. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.

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