the House

noun

: the larger part of the U.S. Congress or of the Parliament of Australia or New Zealand : the House of Representatives

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With two of the most visible royals out sick – and Prince William taking time off to support his wife – the other members of the House of Windsor had to take care of the never-ending whirl of public appearances that the British public demanded. —

Stephanie Nolasco, Fox News, 30 Jan. 2025 Here's what to know about the new transportation secretary: Who is Sean Duffy? Duffy, 53, represented Wisconsin in the House of Representatives from 2011 to 2019. —

Kaia Hubbard, CBS News, 30 Jan. 2025 According to Stand With Crypto, nearly 300 pro-crypto lawmakers comprise the House and Senate this session, giving the industry unprecedented sway over the legislative agenda. —

Mackenzie Sigalos, CNBC, 30 Jan. 2025 Order on birthright citizenship won't change that The joint resolution would need to be passed by two-thirds of the House and Senate and be ratified by three-fourths of states to become law. —

Hannah Hudnall, USA TODAY, 30 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for the House