as in casing
something that encloses another thing especially to protect it
a camera with a waterproof housing for taking pictures of coral reefs and other underwater features
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as in lodging
to provide with living quarters or shelter
some of the freshmen were temporarily housed in local motels while the new dorm was being finished
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as in surrounding
to close or shut in by or as if by barriers
the famous document is housed in a special display case
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Recent Examples of housing
Liam Dillon, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
Lee’s storied career in political activism is defined by her working-class background—a former single mother on public assistance with a keen understanding of the issues that plague working-class Black communities, from housing to healthcare.
—Shamira Ibrahim, Essence, 5 Nov. 2024
In Denver, voters will decide on sales tax hikes for a hospital and affordable housing, a ban on slaughterhouses and fur products, and a billion-dollar school spending plan.
—John Frank, Axios, 5 Nov. 2024
More:Homeownership used to mean stable housing costs.
—Andrea Riquier, USA TODAY, 30 Oct. 2024
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The makeup of the residents is a result of the region’s system for prioritizing the most vulnerable and troubled people for permanent housing.
—Liam Dillon, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
Lee’s storied career in political activism is defined by her working-class background—a former single mother on public assistance with a keen understanding of the issues that plague working-class Black communities, from housing to healthcare.
—Shamira Ibrahim, Essence, 5 Nov. 2024
In Denver, voters will decide on sales tax hikes for a hospital and affordable housing, a ban on slaughterhouses and fur products, and a billion-dollar school spending plan.
—John Frank, Axios, 5 Nov. 2024
More:Homeownership used to mean stable housing costs.
—Andrea Riquier, USA TODAY, 30 Oct. 2024
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The third model separates itself with a platinum casing and different face design, including a large-format date and a dial tracking the moon phase and the day of the week.Kristian Burt, CNBC, 18 Oct. 2024
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The recall notice says the wire may rub on other components near the engine, wearing down the wire's outer casing which could lead to a short circuit and a loss of electrical power with little or no warning.Rick Barrett, Journal Sentinel, 25 Sep. 2024
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As tensions mount and opening day nears, Chef’s behavior grows ever more erratic, and the haunting history of the house serving as both her workplace and lodging teases out creepy visions that may or may not be there.Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 3 Oct. 2024
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The closures have impacted many small businesses and lodging operations in the small coastal California town of Big Sur, which heavily rely on tourism.Krista Simmons, Sunset Magazine, 2 Oct. 2024
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As the podcast is about exploring the mysteries surrounding the town, the game focuses on investigation over combat.Rob Wieland, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Following a group of young adult treasure hunters on the shores of North Carolina, the Netflix production continues to have its loyal fans hanging onto every moment, surrounding character storylines and all of the love, loss and drama that comes with it.Jeff Conway, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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The bodywork, which is in great part a highly complex aerodynamic sheath, is made entirely of carbon-fiber.Mark Ewing, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024
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Corticosteroid injections, also called steroid injections and cortisone injections, can be injected into the tendon sheath at the base of the affected finger.Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 14 Aug. 2024
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The wearable blanket spans 72 by 54 inches, accommodating campers of varying heights and sizes.Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 20 Oct. 2024
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In addition, the house is equipped with a two-car garage, accommodating vehicles and storage needs efficiently.Bay Area Home Report, The Mercury News, 18 Oct. 2024
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The Bears entered the game leading the nation with 17 interceptions and 29 sacks, including seven a week ago.Jeff Faraudo, The Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2024
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Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price had not released any information about the case beyond the charges themselves as of Friday morning, including any affidavits outlining her office’s justification for seeking each arrest warrant.Jakob Rodgers, The Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2024
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Earlier this month, Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg announced the city would re-enforce the 1983 mask ordinance, which bans people from wearing face coverings in public, in an attempt to combat gun violence.Eleanor McCrary, The Courier-Journal, 16 Oct. 2024
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An orange icing dip and partial covering in neon sprinkles add to the Halloween-y look.Sabrina Weiss, People.com, 7 Oct. 2024
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Many people are living on the street, in parks and sheltering under trees.David Brennan, ABC News, 4 Oct. 2024
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The storm left many residents bunking with family or friends, sleeping in their cars, or sheltering in what’s left of their collapsing homes.Kate Payne and David R. Martin, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
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“Housing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/housing. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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