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
Toni Sutton, People.com, 25 May 2025
Typically, when checking for lead in a home's tap water, municipalities (or contractors) will obtain water samples from the dwelling, then analyze those samples in a lab.
—Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 30 May 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
The compact dwelling, available in 20- or 40-foot options, is constructed with high-quality materials, including metal, which can withstand harsh weather conditions (according to the seller).
—Toni Sutton, People.com, 25 May 2025
Typically, when checking for lead in a home's tap water, municipalities (or contractors) will obtain water samples from the dwelling, then analyze those samples in a lab.
—Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 30 May 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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Choose from accommodations within the historic Founder's Cove or more modern rooms, suites, and residences at Eclipse by Half Moon.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
3 June 2025
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In addition, residences will have access to the hotel’s pool, spa and restaurants.—
Emma Kershaw,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
Verb
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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
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Others will follow, with some staying for a week at a time and others, perhaps, for just a day or two.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
6 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The three-bedroom, two-bath abode is listed for $1.6 million with Mason Canter at Keller Williams Realty Los Feliz.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
13 June 2025
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Fans got a glimpse of her cozy abode, including her tranquil green kitchen that garnered a lot of attention.—
Natalia Senanayake,
People.com,
11 June 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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Twelve of the 14 playoff spots are decided, and the Broncos and Buccaneers can clinch the two remaining spots with wins.—
Josh Kendall,
The Athletic,
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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Cameras with long lenses will be perched in the back of the house while others will be hidden in speakers and TV monitors so viewers can get up close and personal shots of the action.—
Lynette Rice,
Deadline,
6 June 2025
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No one supposedly could locate the accused to bring to trial, despite the men belonging to one of England’s highest nobility houses.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
6 June 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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On a windy Saturday afternoon in Paris, the roof over Court Philippe-Chatrier was open ahead of the ladies’ singles final at the 2025 French Open.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
7 June 2025
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The jars are placed near house walls to collect run-off from the roof.—
Lungelo Ndhlovu,
Christian Science Monitor,
6 June 2025
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“Dwelling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dwelling. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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