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
Lizzie Kane, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2025
Insurers often cover this for your dwelling or property up to the limit of the insurance policy.
—Collyn Wainwright, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 7 Apr. 2025
The second phase will include commercial construction of mixed-use and live-work buildings, along with another 130 dwelling units and two-story parking garage.
—James Wilkins, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 Mar. 2025
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Noun
One of those actions: an ordinance allowing for more accessory dwelling units, which are independent residential units on the same lot as a home.
—Lizzie Kane, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2025
Insurers often cover this for your dwelling or property up to the limit of the insurance policy.
—Collyn Wainwright, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
Verb
Before the hurricane, the 1,136-acre park was home to roughly eight of the land-dwelling reptiles.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 7 Apr. 2025
The second phase will include commercial construction of mixed-use and live-work buildings, along with another 130 dwelling units and two-story parking garage.
—James Wilkins, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dwelling
Noun
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The old homeowners' design choices differed drastically from her own, making the space look more like a rustic outdoor bathroom than a private residence.—
Meredith Wilshere,
People.com,
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
Verb
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From crafting product descriptions that resonate with buyers to staying ahead of competitors, AI tools can enable sellers to work smarter, not harder.—
Mina Elias,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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Keeping an eye on the market is necessary, but real success comes from staying committed to your vision and customer needs.—
Tom Dunlop,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
Noun
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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
Verb
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In January, Forbes named legendary television producer Dick Wolf a billionaire, as his Law & Order, Chicago and FBI shows serve as some of the last remaining pillars holding up the broadcast TV schedule.—
Matt Craig,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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In such case before the United States Supreme Court, the taxpayer has created a trust for the benefit of his wife during her life and, upon her death, provided the wife a power of appointment to appoint the remaining assets to amongst the husband and their children.—
Darren T. Case,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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Glendale police responded to the area of Greenway Road and 59th Avenue on Sunday morning after receiving reports that someone had been shot by a family member residing in the same household.—
Perry Vandell,
The Arizona Republic,
23 Dec. 2024
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Tragically, since suffering a severe brain injury in 2013, Michael has remained away from the public eye, residing in the family's home to continue his recovery.—
Gord Magill,
Newsweek,
22 Dec. 2024
Noun
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The cat spooks, darting under a pile of debris that was once a house.—
Kat Lonsdorf,
NPR,
12 July 2025
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Luckily, Higuera had inherited land and was already in the process of building a two-bedroom house in Guerrero.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
People.com,
12 July 2025
Verb
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Some chatted among themselves, waiting to understand the meaning behind the invitation Saffold passed out to a select few students only weeks before.—
La Risa R. Lynch,
Journal Sentinel,
24 Dec. 2024
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Chandler had been waiting to fight McGregor for two years and decided to go elsewhere for UFC 309 at Madison Square Garden in New York.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
Noun
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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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“Dwelling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dwelling. Accessed 24 Jul. 2025.
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