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as in cellars
a room or set of rooms below the surface of the ground
we store our bicycles in the basement during the winter
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as in feet
the lowest part, place, or point
the basement of the outdoor fountain needs a lot of restoration work
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Recent Examples of basements
According to the New York State Department of Health, common moisture sources include plumbing leaks, roof leaks, poor drainage and damp basements.
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Ryan Brennan
may 8, Kansas City Star, 8 May 2026
Common moisture sources, per the New York State Department of Health, include roof leaks, plumbing leaks and damp basements or crawl spaces.
—Ryan Brennan
may 8, Charlotte Observer, 8 May 2026
The reality is that heavy rains flood our streets and threaten our basements.
—Alaina Harkness, Chicago Tribune, 3 May 2026
Once a staple of 1970s living rooms, basements, and dens, this wall treatment was meant to bring warmth and character indoors, but often did the opposite.
—Cori Sears, The Spruce, 30 Apr. 2026
Discolored Wood Leaks and moisture will discolor floor joists and framing in basements.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 30 Apr. 2026
Once tucked away in closets, basements, or garages, laundry rooms are now a focal point in many current floor plans.
—Kamron Sanders, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Apr. 2026
Avoid entering basements or rooms where electrical outlets or cords are submerged in water.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Apr. 2026
Avoid areas where temperatures tend to fluctuate, like attics, garages, or basements.
—Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 28 Apr. 2026
Ryan Brennan
may 8, Kansas City Star, 8 May 2026
Common moisture sources, per the New York State Department of Health, include roof leaks, plumbing leaks and damp basements or crawl spaces.
—Ryan Brennan
may 8, Charlotte Observer, 8 May 2026
The reality is that heavy rains flood our streets and threaten our basements.
—Alaina Harkness, Chicago Tribune, 3 May 2026
Once a staple of 1970s living rooms, basements, and dens, this wall treatment was meant to bring warmth and character indoors, but often did the opposite.
—Cori Sears, The Spruce, 30 Apr. 2026
Discolored Wood Leaks and moisture will discolor floor joists and framing in basements.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 30 Apr. 2026
Once tucked away in closets, basements, or garages, laundry rooms are now a focal point in many current floor plans.
—Kamron Sanders, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Apr. 2026
Avoid entering basements or rooms where electrical outlets or cords are submerged in water.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Apr. 2026
Avoid areas where temperatures tend to fluctuate, like attics, garages, or basements.
—Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 28 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for basements
Noun
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At the time, the property was badly neglected, and the couple set about to rehabilitate the vineyards and cellars.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 May 2026
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The 16 suites are made up of old homes, barns, and cellars that have been lovingly restored to create glamorous accommodations.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2026
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Homes typically start around 3,500 to 4,500 square feet and can expand significantly on larger parcels, with some designs reaching up to about 20,000 square feet.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
28 Apr. 2026
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Renderings show creating more than 150 feet of buffer and green space.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
28 Apr. 2026
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Landau also recommended this pair for its grippy bottoms and elevated heel, which can relieve foot pressure.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
10 May 2026
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Place 1 cheese slice on 1 patty; cook until bottoms are well browned and cheese is melted, about 30 seconds.—
Jasmine Smith,
Southern Living,
9 May 2026
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Some trees, like silver maples, are known for aggressive roots that can damage driveways and foundations.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
10 May 2026
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Unlike the public-private partnerships other presidential foundations have with the federal agency to administer presidential libraries on site, Obama signed an alternative agreement to digitize and display some of his presidential records instead.—
Claire Heddles,
Miami Herald,
8 May 2026
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“Basements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/basements. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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