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as in chamber
an area within a building that has been set apart from surrounding space by a wall
finally had a room to himself when his older brother went off to college
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as in to house
to provide with living quarters or shelter
we can room up to four visitors in our two guest bedrooms
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Recent Examples of room
Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Mar. 2025
And judging by the energy in the room, that movement is already well underway.
—Lyric Christian, Essence, 12 Mar. 2025
Diana Pearl, People.com, 29 Nov. 2024
Saleh and LaFleur are good friends who roomed together while working as graduate assistants at Central Michigan about two decades ago, then worked together as Houston Texans assistants from 2008-09.
—Steve Megargee, Chicago Tribune, 3 Jan. 2025
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Noun
Better Homes & Gardens Montclair 4-Drawer Dresser Not every room can accommodate a large dresser, which is why we’re drawn to this Montclair piece.
—Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Mar. 2025
And judging by the energy in the room, that movement is already well underway.
—Lyric Christian, Essence, 12 Mar. 2025
Verb
The three-bedroom home, located in Bracknell, Berkshire, stands for 4 Privet Drive in Little Whinging, Surrey, and still features the infamous cupboard under the stairs where Harry was forced to room by his relatives.
—Diana Pearl, People.com, 29 Nov. 2024
Saleh and LaFleur are good friends who roomed together while working as graduate assistants at Central Michigan about two decades ago, then worked together as Houston Texans assistants from 2008-09.
—Steve Megargee, Chicago Tribune, 3 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for room
Noun
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One of five fireplaces throughout the home keeps the space warm, while picture windows and French windows frame the landscape.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
9 Mar. 2025
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The crafts have been observed to travel within clear spheres, and scientists now believe that space and time function differently inside those bubbles.—
Selome Hailu,
Variety,
9 Mar. 2025
Noun
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However, the chambers have been cleared by the FDA to treat certain conditions including burns and carbon monoxide poisoning.—
Becca Longmire,
People.com,
11 Mar. 2025
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The ruling party historically suffers losses in midterm Senate and House elections, and the GOP already has a razor-thin majority in the lower chamber.—
Faisal Kutty,
Newsweek,
11 Mar. 2025
Noun
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That’s where businesses should be working with forward-thinking strategy partners that specialize in identifying disruptive forces and turning them into opportunities.—
Dev Patnaik,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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Composting creates an opportunity to turn food scraps, lawn and garden waste, and even some trash items into nutrient-rich compost for your garden.—
Kamron Sanders,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The Greenbrier has done more for the country than house its heads of state.—
Meghan Overdeep,
Southern Living,
15 Mar. 2025
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An agent tells Abdalla that Khalil is being taken to 26 Federal Plaza, which houses an ICE office in lower Manhattan.—
Trevor Hughes,
USA TODAY,
14 Mar. 2025
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Trump said that businesses will have clarity after April 2, when his reciprocal tariffs are set to be put in place.—
Rebecca Schneid,
TIME,
9 Mar. 2025
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Jung Kook Leads Among South Korean Soloists While J-Hope, Jimin, and Suga are now tied for second place, one other BTS member remains ahead of all of them.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes,
9 Mar. 2025
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The only loose ends are Irving (John Turturro) and Burt, who Irving finds in his apartment, reading through his notes.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
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Khalil, a 30-year-old permanent U.S. resident who is married to an American citizen and who hasn't been charged with breaking any laws, was arrested outside his New York City apartment Saturday and faces deportation.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
14 Mar. 2025
Noun
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At 6:13 of the period, the Blue Jackets went to the power play with a chance to push the lead to 4-1.—
Aaron Portzline,
The Athletic,
10 Mar. 2025
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The pandemic gave many people more time at home and a chance to rethink their relationship to work.—
Aatish Bhatia,
New York Times,
10 Mar. 2025
Verb
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To accommodate the rush, airlines serving Sacramento International Airport have increased their service capacity in March by 21% compared to March 2024, Myers said.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacramento Bee,
18 Mar. 2025
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Explain the value of taking stress breaks during the day, and offer anytime access to resources to accommodate long hours or busy travel schedules. 4.—
Michael Held,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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“Room.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/room. Accessed 22 Mar. 2025.
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