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as in chamber
an area within a building that has been set apart from surrounding space by a wall
finally had a room to himself when his older brother went off to college
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as in to house
to provide with living quarters or shelter
we can room up to four visitors in our two guest bedrooms
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Recent Examples of room
Amelie Botbol, FOXNews.com, 16 June 2025
All this is to say that there is no perfect alternative, but no matter the format, the big European clubs watching at home will not be happy unless it is expanded to make room for them.
—Jordan Campbell, New York Times, 16 June 2025
Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 29 Apr. 2025
Imagine going on the road and not being able to stay in the same place as your co-workers, but being forced to room with someone across town.
—Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 15 Apr. 2025
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Noun
But Israel has opened the door for them and given the world room to breathe.
—Amelie Botbol, FOXNews.com, 16 June 2025
All this is to say that there is no perfect alternative, but no matter the format, the big European clubs watching at home will not be happy unless it is expanded to make room for them.
—Jordan Campbell, New York Times, 16 June 2025
Verb
The survey reveals that a large percentage of Gen Z are moving back home with parents or rooming with friends just to manage basic expenses.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 29 Apr. 2025
Imagine going on the road and not being able to stay in the same place as your co-workers, but being forced to room with someone across town.
—Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 15 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for room
Noun
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Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
14 June 2025
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Our position in quantum, AI, semiconductors, space, and other advanced technology domains will slide.—
David Rosowsky,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
Noun
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The top Democrat and Republican in both chambers issued joint statements.—
Kate Wolffe,
Sacbee.com,
15 June 2025
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Both chambers together supported more than $100 million to increase the nursing home reimbursement rate.—
Romy Ellenbogen,
Miami Herald,
14 June 2025
Noun
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Gilmore acknowledges the game isn’t the same now with name, image and likeness opportunities and, soon, direct payments to athletes becoming larger factors in putting together and keeping together a team.—
Eric Olson,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2025
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Wright’s two-way intelligence and skating speed popped off the ice for Seattle this season, and hinted strongly at the sort of difference-maker that Wright has an opportunity to develop into in the years to come.—
The Athletic NHL Staff,
New York Times,
21 June 2025
Verb
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For six years, the building that once housed The Coffee Cup, a beloved neighborhood diner in St. Paul’s North End, sat empty.—
Jess Fleming,
Twin Cities,
19 June 2025
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Notably, the project will entail two significant additions to the current building – one addition to the front of the building for student and staff resources, and an addition in the back that will house primarily classrooms and science labs, Shearer said.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
18 June 2025
Noun
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When the King takes his place on the dais after the inspection of the troops on Horse Guards Parade, there will be a moment of silence preceded by the sounding of the Last Post.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
14 June 2025
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If the sky becomes threatening and thunder can be heard, find a safe place to shelter.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
14 June 2025
Noun
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An incentive for builders constructing new energy-efficient homes and apartments would end 12 months after signing.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
18 June 2025
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Advertisement During a Hamas missile barrage, an elderly relative of mine would settle for sitting on the steps in the stairwell of his second-floor apartment in Bat Yam, a coastal suburb of Tel Aviv.—
Orly Halpern,
Time,
18 June 2025
Noun
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Here are tips on how to stay safe during a thunderstorm: To reduce the chance of being struck by lightning, when venturing outside, have a plan to get to a safer area.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
14 June 2025
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Except of course for the chance to see Smart, which is why most people will be there.—
Chris Jones,
New York Daily News,
13 June 2025
Verb
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Most judges cannot accommodate an evidentiary hearing the same day.—
Wendy Hickey,
Boston Herald,
22 June 2025
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If approved, the music hall will accommodate an audience of 728 people and a stage big enough to support a symphony orchestra, according to MYAC CEO Allen Dennis.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2025
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“Room.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/room. Accessed 25 Jun. 2025.
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