at the door

phrase

: knocking on the door or ringing the doorbell
Is somebody at the door?

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Montana McGlynn, a former castmate and roommate, greets them at the door. Lorraine Ali, Los Angeles Times, 21 Aug. 2026 There were bouncers rotating at the door, people arguing about playlists and almost fist-fighting, duvets from the Chateau Marmont, a Sikh saint with his crystal xylophone, robes and slippers, Apple Pan and Roscoe’s Chicken and Waffles. Courtney Love, Rolling Stone, 19 Aug. 2026 From the first backpack dropped at the door to the last sports practice of the week, thoughtful storage helps keep busy family life in order. Laura Vansickle, Charlotte Observer, 19 Aug. 2026 Tickets, available at the door, are $15, $10 for children ages 4-12 and senior citizens 65 and older, free for children 3 and younger. Eric E. Harrison, Arkansas Online, 19 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for at the door

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“At the door.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/at%20the%20door. Accessed 28 Aug. 2026.

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