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entryway

noun

ˈen-trē-ˌwā

Definition of entryway

as in foyer

the entrance room of a building a small entryway to receive visitors

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Recent Examples of entryway Beyond the front door, wreaths make sense over a mantel or in a prominent place to greet guests in an entryway. — Vy Yang, Architectural Digest, 28 Sep. 2026 The lamp looks right at home on a bookshelf, dining table, nightstand, entryway console, or anywhere else that could use a little extra light. — Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Sep. 2026 The entryway is one of the most important spaces in your home and is key to making a good first impression. — Natasha Bazika, Martha Stewart, 24 Sep. 2026 Clear the Entryway Your stylish entryway is a place that’s easy to let overgrow with items that our pros say need to be on your list of areas to tidy daily before bed. — Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 24 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for entryway

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The building's sunlit foyer is a treasure trove of vintage rugs, antique furniture, and shelves lined with museum-worthy collectibles.

— Hannah Towey, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026
Ionic columns mark the entry, leading to a foyer with sweeping staircases under 14-foot ceilings.

— Jack Flemming, Los Angeles Times, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of foyer

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During a hold, students and staff are kept in their classrooms and hallways and common areas are kept clear while school officials and law enforcement investigate a potential threat.

— Nathan Pilling, Kansas City Star, 4 Oct. 2026
Further Possibilities Hiding in an oak tree, pausing in a middle school hallway on crutches, discovering guanacos at the Syracuse Zoo.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 2 Oct. 2026

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