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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
Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 23 Mar. 2025
This ability to read the room, whether in a club or a boardroom, has been a cornerstone of Staple’s success.
—Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 23 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
That’s because the twisty, spindly room centerpiece with large, pointy, deep green leaves is no ordinary tree.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 23 Mar. 2025
This ability to read the room, whether in a club or a boardroom, has been a cornerstone of Staple’s success.
—Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 23 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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Eastern bluebirds prefer to nest on the edge of open spaces, while chickadees like wooded areas.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
2 Apr. 2025
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Colliers listed it as an investment property, with a net operating income of nearly $234,000 and over 16,000 square feet of rentable space.—
Nick Rosenberger,
Idaho Statesman,
2 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The disagreement was over tactics, not policy, but the debate eroded trust between the chambers; undermined the Democrats’ claims of unity in the face of Trump; and infuriated liberals, some of whom called for Schumer to give up his leadership post.—
Mike Lillis,
The Hill,
3 Apr. 2025
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But the House and Senate remain divided over how much to cut spending, setting up a likely fight between the two chambers.—
Riley Beggin,
USA Today,
3 Apr. 2025
Noun
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In October, Pittman had the opportunity to follow in his grandfather's airborne footsteps.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
29 Mar. 2025
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Change for two-ways Unlike past years, the Heat’s two-way players didn’t get many NBA opportunities this season once Dru Smith sustained a season-ending Achilles injury on Dec. 12 after moving into the Heat’s starting lineup.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
29 Mar. 2025
Verb
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After all, who wouldn’t want to house their garlic in a gorgeous vintage-style home?—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Mar. 2025
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Plus, the set is versatile, able to house leftovers, serve side dishes, or even marinate meat.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
27 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The administration expects the new rates to remain in place until the U.S. narrows a $1.2 trillion trade imbalance recorded last year.—
Jason D. Greenblatt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Apr. 2025
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Blenders Eyewear’s founder, Chase Fisher, is stepping down from his chief executive officer role — and in his place, the brand has appointed Jack Gray to lead its new chapter.—
Kanika Talwar,
Footwear News,
2 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Fire officials are investigating the cause of a two-alarm apartment fire in Owings Mills that left one person critically injured Wednesday afternoon.—
Racquel Bazos,
Baltimore Sun,
27 Mar. 2025
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Soundproofing your apartment and crate-training your pup will help your dog bark less and avoid complaints from angry neighbors.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Mar. 2025
Noun
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This is your chance to see the Investing Club like never before.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
2 Apr. 2025
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As college basketball heads into its final rounds, a cocktail company is offering fans whose brackets have busted a chance at redemption.—
Jeanette Hurt,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Padilla said officials recognized the need and have planned for equipment to be shipped to accommodate private attorney calls.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
30 Mar. 2025
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Listen to this article Solana Beach has issued permits for 178 out of 875 housing units that the city needs to accommodate as part of the state’s Regional Housing Needs Allocation process, but none yet for very low income units, according to an annual update at the March 26 City Council meeting.—
Luke Harold,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 Mar. 2025
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“Room.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/room. Accessed 7 Apr. 2025.
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