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
Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Feb. 2025
There are many unmarked dwellings and ruins along the trails.
—Jennifer Broome, The Denver Post, 11 Feb. 2025
Michael Irving, New Atlas, 2 Jan. 2025
Next stop is axe throwing to represent Mel’s present as a farm-dwelling horse-owner.
—Sara Netzley, EW.com, 19 Dec. 2024
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Noun
The average annual premium for $300,000 in dwelling coverage in Florida is currently $5,488, according to Bankrate data—a much higher rate than the national average of $2,258.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Feb. 2025
There are many unmarked dwellings and ruins along the trails.
—Jennifer Broome, The Denver Post, 11 Feb. 2025
Verb
Most interesting of all, the brown anoles evolved new physical traits to support their new ground-dwelling lifestyle.
—Michael Irving, New Atlas, 2 Jan. 2025
Next stop is axe throwing to represent Mel’s present as a farm-dwelling horse-owner.
—Sara Netzley, EW.com, 19 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dwelling
Noun
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As OpenAI’s first artist in residence, Reben worked extensively with beta AI technologies for making art.—
Natalie Kainz,
NBC News,
26 Feb. 2025
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The result is a space that feels both classic and fresh, with cutting-edge amenities and plenty of vintage detailing that reflect the residence’s circa 19th-century roots.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
26 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Keeping an eye on the market is necessary, but real success comes from staying committed to your vision and customer needs.—
Tom Dunlop,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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Others will follow, with some staying for a week at a time and others, perhaps, for just a day or two.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
6 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Even as the idea of lockdown becomes a distant memory, her work still reads as a testament to rest and one’s own abode.—
Leah Asmelash,
CNN,
26 Feb. 2025
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Posey still owns this abode, which Zillow currently values at an estimated $950,900.—
Katie Schultz,
Architectural Digest,
25 Feb. 2025
Verb
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In January, Forbes named legendary television producer Dick Wolf a billionaire, as his Law & Order, Chicago and FBI shows serve as some of the last remaining pillars holding up the broadcast TV schedule.—
Matt Craig,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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Twelve of the 14 playoff spots are decided, and the Broncos and Buccaneers can clinch the two remaining spots with wins.—
Josh Kendall,
The Athletic,
31 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Glendale police responded to the area of Greenway Road and 59th Avenue on Sunday morning after receiving reports that someone had been shot by a family member residing in the same household.—
Perry Vandell,
The Arizona Republic,
23 Dec. 2024
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Tragically, since suffering a severe brain injury in 2013, Michael has remained away from the public eye, residing in the family's home to continue his recovery.—
Gord Magill,
Newsweek,
22 Dec. 2024
Noun
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After the Todd years, the house also served as a brothel, grocery store, and storage unit.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
2 Mar. 2025
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Homeowners would lose their homestead exemptions, and they would be hit with massive tax bills every time a house is sold.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
2 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Some chatted among themselves, waiting to understand the meaning behind the invitation Saffold passed out to a select few students only weeks before.—
La Risa R. Lynch,
Journal Sentinel,
24 Dec. 2024
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Chandler had been waiting to fight McGregor for two years and decided to go elsewhere for UFC 309 at Madison Square Garden in New York.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
Noun
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The ballpark design would see a seating capacity of 32,000 with a clear, retractable roof, allowing the facility to be used year round and ensure walk-up and guaranteed games, especially in the spring and early fall when Portland can see wetter weather.—
Maury Brown,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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Scanner reports also said a part of a warehouse structure collapsed in the 2500 block of Texas 121 in Lewisville, and roof damage was reported at a warehouse in the 900 block of South Airport Drive in McKinney.—
Harriet Ramos,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Mar. 2025
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“Dwelling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dwelling. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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