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as in lodged
to provide with living quarters or shelter
some of the freshmen were temporarily housed in local motels while the new dorm was being finished
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as in encased
to close or shut in by or as if by barriers
the famous document is housed in a special display case
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Recent Examples of housed
In addition, for the first time, Roku reported results for its advertising and subscriptions operating units (which are housed in its Platform segment) to give investors more insight into its business.
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Todd Spangler, Variety, 30 Apr. 2026
The nonprofit owns the majority of the artifacts housed in the museum, including the Doeuillet gown, according to Watts.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
Ten prisoners housed in the Orleans Justice Center made their escape last spring, maneuvering out of a small hole in a wall and making their way out into the night.
—Devon Sayers, CNN Money, 29 Apr. 2026
Before that, the Chicago YMCA headquarters had been housed in the Lawson YMCA on the Near North Side, which the YMCA sold and which has since been revitalized as affordable housing.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 29 Apr. 2026
During the $32 million police expansion and City Hall remodel project, police and city services housed in the current City Hall facility at 1584 Hadley Ave.
—Mary Divine, Twin Cities, 29 Apr. 2026
Good money is on the Winter Garden, which will be open after Death of a Salesman closes in August and which has housed multiple productions with music by Lloyd Webber, including the original run of Cats.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 29 Apr. 2026
The brews are as unique as the atmosphere—it’s housed inside a century-old, three-story JCPenney building.
—Sarah Miller, Midwest Living, 29 Apr. 2026
Accessibility Despite being housed in a very ancient building, the hotel is perfectly fitted to accommodate every guest.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Todd Spangler, Variety, 30 Apr. 2026
The nonprofit owns the majority of the artifacts housed in the museum, including the Doeuillet gown, according to Watts.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
Ten prisoners housed in the Orleans Justice Center made their escape last spring, maneuvering out of a small hole in a wall and making their way out into the night.
—Devon Sayers, CNN Money, 29 Apr. 2026
Before that, the Chicago YMCA headquarters had been housed in the Lawson YMCA on the Near North Side, which the YMCA sold and which has since been revitalized as affordable housing.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 29 Apr. 2026
During the $32 million police expansion and City Hall remodel project, police and city services housed in the current City Hall facility at 1584 Hadley Ave.
—Mary Divine, Twin Cities, 29 Apr. 2026
Good money is on the Winter Garden, which will be open after Death of a Salesman closes in August and which has housed multiple productions with music by Lloyd Webber, including the original run of Cats.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 29 Apr. 2026
The brews are as unique as the atmosphere—it’s housed inside a century-old, three-story JCPenney building.
—Sarah Miller, Midwest Living, 29 Apr. 2026
Accessibility Despite being housed in a very ancient building, the hotel is perfectly fitted to accommodate every guest.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for housed
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Nearly 300 storm reports were lodged Monday, the majority being reports of strong wind, followed by numerous hail reports and three tornado reports.—
Kathryn Prociv,
NBC news,
28 Apr. 2026
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Reagan was struck below his left armpit, the bullet lodged an inch from his heart.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
26 Apr. 2026
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Glass walls overlook an atmospheric inner garden of pines, a willow and a cherry tree, encased in tall cedar fences.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 May 2026
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This treat is just the right size — a huge, juicy strawberry encased in red bean paste and then an outer shell of mochi.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
7 Apr. 2026
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And that’s why there was a minor case of hysteria when Hillsborough County officials recently suggested the team’s June 1 deadline of finalizing the agreement would not likely be accommodated.—
John Romano,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 Apr. 2026
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The representative did not share any details as to whether or not passengers were accommodated with other travel arrangements.—
Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
24 Apr. 2026
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Keep your hands free and available to carry other essentials with this genius pet backpack that's secure, enclosed and sure to keep your pets feeling safe—even in times of crisis.—
Brandi D. Addison,
USA Today,
1 May 2026
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The space will also feature a large outdoor patio that will be open year-round (enclosed during the colder months).—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
1 May 2026
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That, perhaps, is because Infantino now seems to live in a world sheltered from reality, a world far removed from everyday folks who are, say, furious about World Cup ticket prices or, say, starving and struggling to survive.—
Henry Bushnell,
New York Times,
1 May 2026
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According to eyewitness reports, Kirk was one of many in attendance who sheltered in place under the tables in the ballroom as the chaos erupted.—
Meredith Kile,
PEOPLE,
26 Apr. 2026
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They’ll be surrounded by a fascinating array of co-nominees.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
2 May 2026
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His night ended with him appropriately surrounded in the locker room by teammates who were bleating like goats.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
2 May 2026
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The vacant 19th and Vine buildings, however, have an open dangerous buildings case, records show, and have been boarded up.—
Chris Higgins,
Kansas City Star,
4 May 2026
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On April 10, Hungarian native and student Sara Uzonyi boarded a plane to take her from the Netherlands back to Budapest, her stomach in knots.—
Alexandra Levy,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 May 2026
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With help from some doctor errors (won't bore you with the long story), Joey was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy and does not walk or talk and is confined to a wheelchair.—
Joe Kinsey OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
6 May 2026
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Sailing near Africa's Atlantic Coast is a cruise ship where everyone onboard is confined to their cabins under quarantine.—
Jeff Wagner,
CBS News,
6 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Housed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/housed. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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