as in residence
the place where one lives
the simple dwellings in which the Pilgrims spent the first winter at Plymouth
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as in staying
to continue to be in a place for a significant amount of time
dwelling with a farm family as an exchange student in France
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as in living
to have a home
the widow dwells in the valley by herself
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Recent Examples of dwelling
Holly Ramer, Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2026
He was charged with battery and burglary of an unoccupied dwelling in September 2023, and with battery that May — both classified in court records as misdemeanors.
—Claudia Lauer, Sun Sentinel, 24 Apr. 2026
Peter Sblendorio, Hartford Courant, 26 Apr. 2026
The addition of the Kevlar core allowed the fiber to resist deformation and store enough energy to double its jumping height, which matches the capabilities of soil-dwelling insects like springtails.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 23 Apr. 2026
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Noun
He was charged in September 2023 with battery and burglary of an unoccupied dwelling and in May 2023 with battery, both classified in court records as misdemeanors.
—Holly Ramer, Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2026
He was charged with battery and burglary of an unoccupied dwelling in September 2023, and with battery that May — both classified in court records as misdemeanors.
—Claudia Lauer, Sun Sentinel, 24 Apr. 2026
Verb
Sunday’s Game 1 loss clinched a series defeat against the cellar-dwelling Rockies (12-16), who won Friday night’s series opener, 4-3, before Saturday’s game was rained out.
—Peter Sblendorio, Hartford Courant, 26 Apr. 2026
The addition of the Kevlar core allowed the fiber to resist deformation and store enough energy to double its jumping height, which matches the capabilities of soil-dwelling insects like springtails.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 23 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dwelling
Noun
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Letters may be up to 200 words and must be signed with your email address, city of residence and daytime phone number for verification.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
6 May 2026
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The pope, who has consistently raised objections to the war and called for immediate peace, responded directly to the president's podcast comments, speaking to reporters outside his residence in Castel Gandolfo on May 5.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
6 May 2026
Verb
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Avoiding injury, staying physically active, managing your weight, and quitting nicotine all support knee health.—
Abby Norman,
Verywell Health,
4 May 2026
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Boost your circadian rhythm by getting morning sunlight, staying active during the day to feel physically tired and giving up afternoon coffee to promote deeper, restorative sleep.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
4 May 2026
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The family was still living amid plastic sheeting when, in September, the federal government shut down for a record forty-three days, and Plumb, who was considered an essential worker, did her job without pay.—
E. Tammy Kim,
New Yorker,
7 May 2026
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Pickup is available, or delivery can be arranged for those living within 10 miles of Emmy Lou’s.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
6 May 2026
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Andy, meanwhile, receives a mid-movie upgrade to a new abode complete with a large bedroom, open kitchen, and wall of windows.—
Mara Reinstein,
Architectural Digest,
1 May 2026
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The midcentury abode was transferred to custodians of the McCann Trust that holds the property in 2022 and, after hitting the market April 10 for nearly $3 million, a contingent offer for its sale has already been accepted.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The village will hold on to the remaining 60%, and whoever buys the home will receive property tax breaks for 10 years.—
Olivia Stevens,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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The canoe area lies in the national forest just downstream from the mine site, raising concerns that digging could create pollution that would contaminate one of the nation’s last remaining wild areas.—
Todd Richmond,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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While the second round of funding was specifically allocated for families residing in census tract 8092 who met federal poverty levels and had children in the second grade or younger, earlier rounds of the program proved more inclusive.—
Claire Murphy,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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Other enforcement incidents highlight the risk for both immigrants residing in Florida and tourists coming to the state.—
Thomas Kennedy,
Sun Sentinel,
30 Apr. 2026
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Suspect Cole Tomas Allen was confined to a padded cell with constant lighting and repeatedly strip-searched; the judge noted the jail houses convicted killers without such restrictions.—
Michael Kunzelman,
Los Angeles Times,
5 May 2026
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Many major fashion houses have brought on new creative directors in the past year, meaning tonight will mark many designers' first Met Gala in their new roles.—
Dalila Muata,
NBC news,
5 May 2026
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Many of his later programs have been capped by a coda in which the tricks of the trade are laid bare—no trick being more vital than that of extreme patience, with camera operators waiting days, or even weeks, for the right cub, or pup, or fledgling, or froglet, to show up.—
Anthony Lane,
New Yorker,
8 May 2026
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At the finish of the night, once the final notes have faded and the last bits of confetti have dropped, Eilish, now coming off less like a savior blessing her masses than just another young woman at the end of a tough but rewarding workday, hops into a waiting SUV.—
Angie Han,
HollywoodReporter,
7 May 2026
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“Dwelling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dwelling. Accessed 9 May. 2026.
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