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as in company
a commercial or industrial activity or organization
a publishing house that specializes in school textbooks
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as in family
a group of persons who come from the same ancestor
the present British royal family belongs to the House of Windsor
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as in residence
the place where one lives
come over to my house so I can show you my new furniture
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as in to lodge
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 to closet
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 house
David L. Coddon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 July 2025
Tobi wakes his owners to bring him to the house guests.
—Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 July 2025
Noe Padilla, IndyStar, 23 July 2025
But as more immigrants suspected of being in the country illegally are arrested and detained locally, Judd warned that the federal government lacks the capacity to house them on a more-permanent basis.
—Dara Kam, Sun Sentinel, 22 July 2025
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Noun
Also in the house this night are Nina’s grown daughter Chivi (Maya Sofia Enciso), an idealist who longs to know her full family history, and Nina’s grown son Flaco (Lester Isariuz), who is uninterested in both Chile and his cultural roots.
—David L. Coddon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 July 2025
Tobi wakes his owners to bring him to the house guests.
—Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 July 2025
Verb
The jail is contracted to house up to 100 migrants, but appears to have an average daily population of about 242 people through mid-April, according to TRAC data.
—Noe Padilla, IndyStar, 23 July 2025
But as more immigrants suspected of being in the country illegally are arrested and detained locally, Judd warned that the federal government lacks the capacity to house them on a more-permanent basis.
—Dara Kam, Sun Sentinel, 22 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for house
Noun
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Moreover, having a big name in the tech industry comes with bragging rights which could be helpful in attracting other companies.—
Rick Barrett,
jsonline.com,
30 July 2025
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In order to make use of the service, Tennesseans and travelers must go to a Music City Loop entrance, buy a ticket and ride in one of the Tesla EVs in the company's fleet, accompanied by an experienced Loop operator.—
Charles Singh,
The Tennessean,
30 July 2025
Noun
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The Simon family has acquired at least six properties surrounding Gainbridge Fieldhouse in the past three years, counting these two latest purchases.—
Alysa Guffey,
IndyStar,
25 July 2025
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As a victim services coordinator, Churchill connects families mourning the loss of a loved one with resources like funeral assistance, counseling and financial services.—
Killian Baarlaer,
The Courier-Journal,
25 July 2025
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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
Noun
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Social workers have visited only one site so far, where about a dozen households are staying.—
Jordan Smith,
IndyStar,
31 July 2025
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Christian and Todd counties in west Kentucky were both denied under the Individual Assistance program, which provides direct financial support to individuals and households impacted by a natural disaster.—
Killian Baarlaer,
Louisville Courier Journal,
30 July 2025
Noun
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This season, which started out so strong, just limps to the finale like Peg-Leg Pete stumbling through a termite nest.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
23 July 2025
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There were 12 to 15 circular nests easily visible within about a 10-by-15-foot area next to the shore, with each one being guarded by a male pumpkinseed swimming in place in the middle of each nest.—
Sheryl De Vore,
Chicago Tribune,
22 July 2025
Verb
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The club have lodged their appeal against UEFA, Lyon and Nottingham Forest.—
Robert Olsen,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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The car came to a stop after colliding with several food carts, which became lodged underneath the vehicle, according to police.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
22 July 2025
Verb
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The man who at one point was closeted about his sexuality now understands the importance of representation.—
Lisa Respers France,
CNN Money,
3 July 2025
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Brian Graden grew up in the Midwest, closeted through young adulthood because under his beliefs at the time, homosexuality was a sin.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
30 June 2025
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The battery market in the U.S. is large, with the market size being nearly $17 billion in 2023 and expected to grow almost 14% by 2030, according to market research consulting firm Grand View Research.—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
25 July 2025
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Irish whiskey firms, Italian cheesemakers and French wine producers are among those who have sounded the alarm over the potential impact.—
Sam Meredith,
CNBC,
24 July 2025
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“House.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/house. Accessed 2 Aug. 2025.
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