theatergoers crowded the foyer during the play's intermission
leave your muddy boots in the foyer and come into the house
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Stepping into the double-height foyer, a grand staircase with wrought-iron detailing curves to the second floor.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
2 July 2026 The suite comprised a graceful foyer, a large, curved living and dining area, walk-in wardrobe and changing room, and a separate bedroom and bathroom.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 July 2026 Mature olive trees, a cascading waterfall and layered planting orchestrate a measured reveal of the double-height foyer.—
Natalie Hoberman,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2026 Place it in a foyer, entryway, hide it away in a closet, or leave it in the mudroom.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for foyer
Word History
Etymology
French, literally, fireplace, from Vulgar Latin *focarium, from Latin focus hearth