the living

noun

: people who are alive
the living and the dead
The world belongs to the living.

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Several fireplaces date back to Colcord’s time, while others, such as the living room hearth, were sourced from a London maker specializing in vintage reproductions. Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 7 Mar. 2026 The focal point of the apartment is a custom installation running along one wall of the living room, with different sections playing different functions. Giada Storelli, Architectural Digest, 7 Mar. 2026 In the living room, two columns were refinished with tiles. Wendy Goodman, Curbed, 7 Mar. 2026 Toys and books are strung across tables in the living room, framed by couches and kid-sized chairs. Maddy Keyes, The Frontier, 5 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for the living

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“The living.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20living. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.

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