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as in lands
to come to rest after descending from the air
pigeons perching on the roof
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as in nestles
to establish or place comfortably or snugly
perched the baby in a basket
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Recent Examples of perches
Live streams from entertainment events like the Grammys or Golden Globes aren’t typically perches for controversy, but, says Anthony McCartney, AP’s entertainment and lifestyles editor, celebrities will sometimes be asked to weigh in on recent headlines.
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Brian Steinberg, Variety, 16 Mar. 2026
Even the squirrels in the backyard and the bird that perches on the deck are put on notice.
—Sherri Gordon, Parents, 10 Feb. 2026
The Ringed Kingfisher perches up to 30 feet above the surface, watching for medium-size fish and then plunging in headfirst with a mighty splash.
—Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
And frequent appearances by a pigeon that perches on her windowsill like a Greek chorus, mocking her self-abasement and growing detachment from reality, seem a tad heavy-handed.
—Book Marks
august 28, Literary Hub, 28 Aug. 2025
The letters, which actors sometimes pose alongside (Oh perches punningly in the O), recall those giant signs which give tourists a place to take selfies.
—Helen Shaw, New Yorker, 22 Aug. 2025
Brian Steinberg, Variety, 16 Mar. 2026
Even the squirrels in the backyard and the bird that perches on the deck are put on notice.
—Sherri Gordon, Parents, 10 Feb. 2026
The Ringed Kingfisher perches up to 30 feet above the surface, watching for medium-size fish and then plunging in headfirst with a mighty splash.
—Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
And frequent appearances by a pigeon that perches on her windowsill like a Greek chorus, mocking her self-abasement and growing detachment from reality, seem a tad heavy-handed.
—Book Marks
august 28, Literary Hub, 28 Aug. 2025
The letters, which actors sometimes pose alongside (Oh perches punningly in the O), recall those giant signs which give tourists a place to take selfies.
—Helen Shaw, New Yorker, 22 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for perches
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Who’s Most at Risk for Vitamin D Deficiency The study lands in a country where low vitamin D is remarkably common.—
Allison Palmer,
Kansas City Star,
30 Apr. 2026
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DeFalco has a unique style involving dynamic zooms, high-stakes scenes with characters talking over each other and a comedic sensibility that lands somewhere between Harmony Korine and John Waters.—
William Earl,
Variety,
29 Apr. 2026
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Lech nestles along the eponymous river, tucked in amongst Austria’s westernmost mountains.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 Feb. 2026
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Boasting a playful curved lip that fits neatly in your palm and elegantly nestles one after the other in a stack, these wavy plates are an exceptionally sculptural way to set the table.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
26 Dec. 2025
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One of the older residents, Dona Neide, introduced us to a macaw that roosts in a tree beside her home.—
Idra Novey,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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While Xugana was one of the first Delta lodges to open in 1974 as part of the Desert & Delta portfolio, in 2025, the property unveiled a complete rebuild.—
Travel + Leisure Editors,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2026
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In addition, through diplomatic channels in both Beijing and Tokyo, Japan lodges strong representations and protests, stating that maritime and scientific surveys conducted in our EEZ without Japan's consent are unacceptable and must be immediately stopped.—
Ryan Chan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
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By sourcing insulation from wetland crops, Ponda positions BioPuff as an alternative to both synthetics and down—and as a way to help restore damaged ecosystems.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Footwear News,
30 Apr. 2026
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The North Star state now has an opportunity to write a narrative that positions it as a hub for both innovation and solidarity — harnessing stories that can travel beyond local borders and serve as a model for entrepreneurs everywhere.—
Melissa Jun Rowley,
Rolling Stone,
29 Apr. 2026
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Busch Gardens, SeaWorld and Sesame Place parks The following United Parks & Resorts theme parks have a zero-change fee policy for guests wanting to reschedule park visits.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
19 Nov. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Perches.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perches. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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