Definition of habitatnext
as in home
the place where a plant or animal is usually or naturally found a forest in California is set aside to preserve the unique brushy, rugged habitat required by nesting California condors

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Recent Examples of habitat The rolling hills are a sight to behold, especially with fall foliage, and the preserve is particularly interesting for anyone who enjoys birdwatching or native plant habitats. — Austin Perry, FOXNews.com, 12 Nov. 2026 While forests and habitats may eventually rebound, time is running out faster than evolution or natural recovery can match. — Rachel Ramirez, Vox, 12 Nov. 2026 Such structures can reconnect habitats divided by highways, but researchers said crossings alone do not prevent animals from entering traffic elsewhere. — Daniel Hunt, Sacbee.com, 11 Nov. 2026 The agency argues that excessive populations can deplete forage and water, damage habitat and ultimately put the horses themselves at risk of starvation and injury. — MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for habitat
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Noun
  • The subsequent death of Maricarmen, as the woman became known, solidified her as a symbol of Spaniards who can't dream of owning a home.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 12 Nov. 2026
  • Average peak demand savings reached 16,592 kilowatts per event, equivalent to the peak electricity needs of approximately 4,150 homes.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 12 Nov. 2026
Noun
  • Negotiators have failed to agree ‌on terms for Hamas to disarm or for Israel ⁠to withdraw its troops, which control about two-thirds of the territory and from which residents have ⁠been ordered to leave.
    — Reuters, NBC news, 7 Nov. 2026
  • NBCUniversal Formats has sold more than 40 format brands across Asia, and in 2025 alone had 39 seasons across 17 territories.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 7 Nov. 2026
Noun
  • The assessment indicates that moisture-meter readings in the drywall fall within or below the 5%-12% range generally considered acceptable under normal indoor humidity conditions.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 11 Nov. 2026
  • Phoenix shot 22 for 43 (51%) from three-point range and had seven players score in double digits, including five off the bench.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 11 Nov. 2026

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“Habitat.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/habitat. Accessed 14 Nov. 2026.

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