as in abode
the place where one lives
police stopped by his residence to question him
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Recent Examples of residence
After the funeral service, the late president’s body and his family traveled once more by motorcade to the Carter residence, passing many still gathered in the streets despite the cold weather to say farewell.
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Shirleen Guerra | The Center Square, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 10 Jan. 2025
The 5,400-square-foot residence was reportedly another investment property.
—Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 9 Jan. 2025
Authorities searched the residence of a co-conspirator the same day, reportedly finding two firearms, a drum magazine, ammunition, about two kilograms of cocaine, drug packaging material and about $12,000.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 9 Jan. 2025
What To Know Deputies with the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office responded to a residence for a reported family disturbance at around 4:15 a.m. on Friday.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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Shirleen Guerra | The Center Square, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 10 Jan. 2025
The 5,400-square-foot residence was reportedly another investment property.
—Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 9 Jan. 2025
Authorities searched the residence of a co-conspirator the same day, reportedly finding two firearms, a drum magazine, ammunition, about two kilograms of cocaine, drug packaging material and about $12,000.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 9 Jan. 2025
What To Know Deputies with the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office responded to a residence for a reported family disturbance at around 4:15 a.m. on Friday.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for residence
Noun
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Indeed, Christmas holiday candles that evoke a wholesome evening spent by the fireplace are an effortless way to maintain good spirits throughout the dark and cold days, while making sure your abode smells absolutely intoxicating.—
Claire Sullivan,
WWD,
30 Dec. 2024
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The striking A-frame abode in Carmel-by-the-Sea, dubbed Banyan House, is the first home designed by Mark Mills, an apprentice at Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin Fellowship from 1944 through 1948.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
16 Dec. 2024
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One area where Bodek says the county hasn’t been able to have much effect: the locations of accessory dwelling units, or ADUs.—
Rebecca Ellis,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Jan. 2025
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Over 7,000 structures have been damaged or destroyed in the blaze and 26% of damage inspections for dwellings have been completed.—
Mirna Alsharif,
NBC News,
14 Jan. 2025
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Greg and his father had built, largely by hand, a beautiful house with a 270-degree view of the San Francisco Bay, with a floor of hand-cut slate on which sat the baby grand piano.—
Peter Mehren,
Newsweek,
13 Jan. 2025
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By 6:30 that morning, nothing remained save the shell of a house that was once owned by Mayer Singerman, a former village mayor and later where mother-in-law, Mignon, and husband, Tom McDade, spent their last days.—
Jerry Shnay,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Jan. 2025
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Between higher home costs and higher interest rates, the monthly payment on a 30-year mortgage on a new home has nearly doubled since Mr. Biden took office.—
Kathryn Watson,
CBS News,
15 Jan. 2025
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In fact, Colin & Samir, YouTube creators with more than 1.5 million followers and a big following in the creator community, revealed that both of their homes were destroyed in the fires.—
Alex Weprin,
The Hollywood Reporter,
15 Jan. 2025
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For example, nearly 1 million U.S. homes in wildfire-prone areas have highly combustible wooden roofs.—
Justin Angle,
The Conversation,
16 Jan. 2025
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The Accord struck a light pole and two trees and rolled onto its roof, leading to Santiago being ejected from the vehicle.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
16 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Some visitors, like Minnesota resident Peter Nystrom, save up for a long time to afford airfare, food and lodging at the largest ski resort in America.—
Elizabeth Robinson,
NBC News,
8 Jan. 2025
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Around the coastal town of Playa Grande, there are restaurants, lodging options and a brewery.—
Roxana Popescu,
New York Times,
3 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Underwood recently revealed the trailer for her upcoming concert special Carrie Underwood: Reflection, which highlights her three-year Las Vegas residency Reflection.—
Jessica Nicholson,
Billboard,
13 Jan. 2025
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This residency permit is available for two years and is renewable.—
Kathleen Peddicord,
Forbes,
13 Jan. 2025
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Michigan and Louisville are also candidates to go from last place to the tourney.—
CJ Moore,
The Athletic,
20 Jan. 2025
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Beyond personal vacations, Evans’ work has granted him an even greater gift of not just popping in and out of a place, but really getting to know destinations across the globe.—
Rachel Chang,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Jan. 2025
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“Residence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/residence. Accessed 23 Jan. 2025.
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