as in residence
the place where one lives
the simple dwellings in which the Pilgrims spent the first winter at Plymouth
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as in staying
to continue to be in a place for a significant amount of time
dwelling with a farm family as an exchange student in France
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as in living
to have a home
the widow dwells in the valley by herself
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Recent Examples of dwelling
Peter Terzian, Travel + Leisure, 17 Oct. 2024
Arizona legislation passed earlier this year calls for cities with more than 75,000 people to allow small backyard homes, known as accessory dwelling units or casitas, to be built on properties with single-family homes.
—Catherine Reagor, The Arizona Republic, 29 Oct. 2024
Robert Hart, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
The other guys were the basement-dwelling nephews and conspiracy-theorizing uncles.
—Molly Fischer, The New Yorker, 1 Oct. 2024
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Noun
As modernization spread throughout Italy in the 1960s, the system was abolished, and farmers abandoned their rustic dwellings in favor of houses with electricity and running water in towns and cities.
—Peter Terzian, Travel + Leisure, 17 Oct. 2024
Arizona legislation passed earlier this year calls for cities with more than 75,000 people to allow small backyard homes, known as accessory dwelling units or casitas, to be built on properties with single-family homes.
—Catherine Reagor, The Arizona Republic, 29 Oct. 2024
Verb
The cave-dwelling bat is found widely across Africa and many past outbreaks have been traced back to people working in mines where the bats live.
—Robert Hart, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
The other guys were the basement-dwelling nephews and conspiracy-theorizing uncles.
—Molly Fischer, The New Yorker, 1 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dwelling
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Over a decade after rocker Anthony Kiedis sold his home in the Hollywood Hills neighborhood of Los Angeles for nearly $1.9 million, the Red Hot Chili Peppers founder and lead singer’s former residence has once again surfaced for sale.Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2024
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For his second outing on Nov. 5, Prince William met with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa at the president’s official residence in Cape Town.Simon Perry, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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And innovation is critical to staying relevant in today’s fast-changing world.Ludwig Melik, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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To address this, companies must focus on delivering consistent value—through ongoing updates, customer support and engagement strategies—ensuring users see the benefit of staying subscribed, thereby reducing churn and increasing loyalty.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Known as Castillo de la Esperanza (Castle of Hope), the Mediterranean-style abode is now on the market for $5.5 million.Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2024
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The Victorian-era abode is filled with natural light thanks to the ample floor-to-ceiling windows.Kristi Kellogg, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2024
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Conservation organization Fauna & Flora is working to protect pygmy hippos through surveys and habitat assessments, and by developing a national action plan with Liberia where most of the remaining wild animals are found.Amanda Kooser, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Stir together butter and remaining 1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper in a small bowl; brush half of the butter mixture over roll bottoms.Karen Schroeder-Rankin, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2024
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Arctic terns are currently present in abundance across the world—some estimate 2 million individuals, with half residing in northern Europe.Scott Travers, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Fewer than 100 ocelots are thought to remain in the United States, with the majority residing in southern Texas.Austin Corona, The Arizona Republic, 3 Oct. 2024
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Teams were in the field to assess houses and other structures that have been destroyed or damaged.Bay Area News Group, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
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In November, Kevin sets tree stands low in mountain draws, often fairly close to houses, roads, and developments.Michael Hanback, Outdoor Life, 7 Nov. 2024
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Think twice before hitchhiking Think twice before trying to catch a ride by waiting on the side of the road in Minnesota.Ashlyn Messier, Fox News, 4 Oct. 2024
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The 2022 vibe would do very nicely as the schedule will follow the same pattern with the Black Caps waiting to greet England afterwards for two Tests back at the Basin Reserve and then Hamilton.Tim Ellis, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Cue also said his father was hit when their roof collapsed.Toria Sheffield, People.com, 4 Nov. 2024
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Videos shared with local news showed the roof torn off school buildings and the gym.Cybele Mayes-Osterman, USA TODAY, 3 Nov. 2024
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“Dwelling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dwelling. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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