1
as in occupancy
the act or fact of residing in a place
the city declared the area unsafe for habitation until it had been decontaminated
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2
as in residence
the place where one lives
even though they spend most of their time at their condo in Florida, they still consider their farmhouse in Nebraska their permanent habitation
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Recent Examples of habitation
On May 7, Gardner city officials declared the near 200-unit complex at 101 Aspen St. unfit for habitation because the deteriorating water infrastructure left tenants with unreliable and inconsistent water service.
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Taylor O’Connor, Kansas City Star, 22 May 2025
Alaska’s vast wilderness has been a testing ground of human endurance for millennia as the gateway for human habitation of the Americas.
—Saleem H. Ali, Forbes.com, 18 May 2025
Air travel rules for kids suggest legal frameworks for longer, deeper excursions — and eventually permanent habitation — in space.
—Dave S. Brody, Space.com, 26 Mar. 2025
The base itself was a study in the feasibility of long-term human habitation on the ice sheet.
—Katie Hunt, CNN, 15 Mar. 2025
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Taylor O’Connor, Kansas City Star, 22 May 2025
Alaska’s vast wilderness has been a testing ground of human endurance for millennia as the gateway for human habitation of the Americas.
—Saleem H. Ali, Forbes.com, 18 May 2025
Air travel rules for kids suggest legal frameworks for longer, deeper excursions — and eventually permanent habitation — in space.
—Dave S. Brody, Space.com, 26 Mar. 2025
The base itself was a study in the feasibility of long-term human habitation on the ice sheet.
—Katie Hunt, CNN, 15 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for habitation
Noun
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Locations with 85% or higher occupancy rates will incur a $50 premium fee per night.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
28 July 2025
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When the pandemic shifted work patterns and economic conditions tightened, occupancy rates plummeted from 72% in 2019 to 47% in 2021, but WeWork remained locked into billions in lease payments.—
Tima Bansal,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
Noun
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Open-concept layouts, expansive kitchen islands, large windows, and natural light throughout give each residence a refined, contemporary feel.—
Bates Homes,
Idaho Statesman,
20 July 2025
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With so many towns and neighborhoods, from downtown to the coast and inland, and residences from single-family homes to condos and townhouses, most people who choose San Diego can find a place to meet their needs.—
Patricia Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
20 July 2025
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In the early 1980s, the first generation of Ocalan’s PKK fighters were trained by leftist Palestinian militants in Bekaa Valley in Lebanon and the PKK fought alongside the same Palestinian militants against the Israeli occupation of Lebanon in 1982.—
Ragip Soylu,
Time,
18 July 2025
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The law’s application to the inherently dangerous occupation of professional sports has been unclear.—
Chris Deubert,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Tucked away along Eucalyptus Hill Road, the abode is at once moody and modern.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
18 July 2025
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Property records show that the famous abode was listed in 2013 before closing in 2016 for $3.75 million.—
India Roby,
Architectural Digest,
17 July 2025
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The minimum size for urban lots was reduced to 3,000 square feet, the minimum lot size required to add an accessory dwelling unit was also reduced, and the minimum lot required to build a townhouse went down to 1,500 square feet.—
Jennifer Castenson,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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In California, for example, the state is working to conserve more natural land while promoting the development of higher-density housing, such as apartment buildings and accessory dwelling units like tiny homes and backyard cottages.—
Natalie Wu,
CNBC,
25 July 2025
Noun
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The mother and daughter couldn’t swim, and the family waited out the storm in their home as the waters flooded — but didn’t dislodge — their house.—
Lily Kepner,
Austin American Statesman,
25 July 2025
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Federal grant funding had been earmarked for the factory, but the money was taken back before any houses were produced.—
Arlyssa D. Becenti,
AZCentral.com,
25 July 2025
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Vacation plans for thousands of tourists were also affected by the decision to close the park's northern entrance for the rest of 2025 while the damage is assessed and plans to restore services like water, fuel, food and lodging access are sketched out.—
Joan Meiners,
AZCentral.com,
19 July 2025
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The funds will be used for medical bills, physical therapy, accommodative equipment, family lodging and basic needs like wipes and diapers.—
Chevall Pryce,
Baltimore Sun,
17 July 2025
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The color palette is bold, the marble is patterned, and the restaurant is located on the roof for panoramic views of the island.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
15 July 2025
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The indoor restaurant at La Terrasse – set under a retractable roof with seating for up to 60 – is equally charming.—
Erica Wertheim Zohar,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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“Habitation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/habitation. Accessed 2 Aug. 2025.
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