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as in residence
the place where one lives
as we entered his 34-room mansion, our host playfully exclaimed, "Welcome to my humble home!"
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as in habitat
the place where a plant or animal is usually or naturally found
the American south, the home of the armadillo the island is home to many thousands of plant species
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as in country
the land of one's birth, residence, or citizenship
the U.S. is my home the folks back home were always eager for news about how well they had fared since moving away
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as in household
those who live as a family in one house
comes from a loving home a man who believes that a person's home is the most important thing in life
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as in birthplace
a place of origin
Springfield, Massachusetts, is the home of basketball, for it was there that Dr. James Naismith invented the game to keep his students active during foul weather
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Recent Examples of home
Lisa Mascaro, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2025
But, with three dogs already, homing another pooch felt unsustainable.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 June 2025
Noah White, Miami Herald, 5 Oct. 2025
The lengthy post projects a vision of what Sister Pie could look like 18 years after Ludwinski launched it out of her parents' home.
—Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 4 Oct. 2025
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Noun
One of the officials said other weaponry being held up includes the AIM-7 Sparrow — a medium-range radar homing air-to-air missile — as well as shorter-range Stinger missiles and AT-4 grenade launchers.
—Lisa Mascaro, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2025
But, with three dogs already, homing another pooch felt unsustainable.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 June 2025
Verb
However, with five ranked foes remaining, and only two coming at home (only one of those two an SEC team, for that matter), Florida will need to sustain change, a feat Napier has yet to do.
—Noah White, Miami Herald, 5 Oct. 2025
The lengthy post projects a vision of what Sister Pie could look like 18 years after Ludwinski launched it out of her parents' home.
—Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 4 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for home
Noun
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The house sits on the edge of the Baka neighborhood, known for its leafy streets, upscale residences and lush, private gardens.—
Romina Ruiz-Goiriena,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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Warren hosted dinner parties in the residence, located at the base of Coit Tower, that attracted movie stars, best-selling authors, opera divas, aristocrats, photographers and composers.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The species was found in a cold stream, and its habitat is threatened by tourism and habitat destruction.—
Real-Time News team,
Miami Herald,
3 Oct. 2025
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Loss of habitat and use of pesticides have shrunk the mascot’s numbers.—
Hollace Ava Weiner,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 Oct. 2025
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Other countries like Russia, China and Syria limit access to VPNs and what VPN providers can operate in their countries.—
Arpan Lobo,
Freep.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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With United Nations climate talks around the corner in November, Rockström and other researchers hope leaders in countries around the world will incorporate scientific perspectives about the food system into their national policies.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
3 Oct. 2025
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Make sure everyone in your family or household knows the escape plans and understands the need to comply with evacuation orders.—
Andrea Riquier,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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The initial, pre-construction assessment, published in 2019, surveyed 435 adults living in the neighborhoods impacted by the project, representing 1,629 household members of all ages.—
Keith Matheny,
Freep.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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The filmmaker spent part of his childhood in El Segundo soon after moving from his Knoxville, TN, birthplace.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
28 Sep. 2025
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Miami brought a tropical flair to the list, and Seattle — long considered the birthplace of America’s modern coffee scene, given its the birthplace of Starbucks — remained near the top thanks to its strong café culture and history with both big names and boutique roasters.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
25 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Unlike actual candles, flameless candles can be handled and easily transported from room to room without running the risk of burning your hands or fingers.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
30 Sep. 2025
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Koster notched six points for the Heartlanders in seven playoff games while rooming with former Gophers teammate Jonny Sorenson.—
Jess Myers,
Twin Cities,
16 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Police and army inspect damage to a house destroyed by debris from a shot down Russian drone in the village of Wyryki-Wola, eastern Poland, on September 10, 2025.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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Pretty sure she was crated if she ever was allowed in [the house].—
Rachael O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Hogle Zoo always offers a range of special October events for spooky season, and Snowbird’s annual Oktoberfest features live music, family-friendly activities, traditional Bavarian food, and more than 50 varieties of beer for the grownups.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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The all-inclusive resort is ideal for families and offers a range of all-day activities, including watersports such as kayaking and windsurfing, as well as unique classes like trapeze and archery.—
Essence,
Essence,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Home.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/home. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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