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as in companies
a commercial or industrial activity or organization
a publishing house that specializes in school textbooks
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as in families
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 residences
the place where one lives
come over to my house so I can show you my new furniture
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as in households
those who live as a family in one house
the whole house is in a state of excited anticipation for the holidays
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as in shelters
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 confines
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 houses
Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 7 June 2026
Flames were seen coming out of the top of one of the houses as crews tried to put out the fire.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 7 June 2026
This fabric is an old faithful with great range, seen everywhere from Scandi-style beach houses to cozy, colorful city apartments, owing to their breathability and relaxed look.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 6 June 2026
The Old West End Festival is an annual two-day event in the city’s historic district, with one of the largest neighborhoods of Victorian houses in the country.
—Emma Tucker, CNN Money, 6 June 2026
Precision work is required for concrete slab houses to achieve this.
—Tim Carter, Hartford Courant, 6 June 2026
From the train windows, expect to spot the aquamarine waves of Ligurian Sea crashing against the stony coast, candy-colored houses huddled together on the hillsides, tiny wooden boats gliding through village harbors, and flecks of golden-sand beaches.
—Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 June 2026
Based in New Orleans and Paris, Eloueini Architecture is celebrated for designing houses that fold, twist, stagger and float with a restless energy that belies the simplicity of their forms.
—Fred Albert, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026
Partly this is because houses are bigger, and bigger houses cost more.
—Allison Schrager, Boston Herald, 31 May 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 June 2026
The criminal allegations state that the illicit conduct occurred at Elmwood, which houses most of the county’s female jail population.
—Robert Salonga, Mercury News, 8 June 2026
In the East London town of Romford, 14 miles northeast of Charing Cross, lies Gallman’s End Farm, a compound filled with barns, sheds and other agricultural outbuildings that now houses ELT Global, which bills itself as a pioneer in textile reuse and recycling.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 8 June 2026
Today, the pantry houses snacks, nonperishables, appliances, cleaning supplies, the couple’s collection of East Fork pottery, and, of course, an essential coffee station.
—Ella Field, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 June 2026
As impeccably decorated as the Victorian property that houses it, the pub is packed with antiques and travel trinkets.
—Kira Turnbull, Travel + Leisure, 6 June 2026
The castle is the heart of Eternia and houses a great power — one that must be protected from Skeletor and his minions.
—Keith Langston, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026
On Sunday, the Shifting Gears star posted a photo of her at-home nail station, featuring a pink silicone mat that houses a gel lamp, four polishes, an array of tools, and studs in both silver and gold.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 1 June 2026
In 2020, an earthquake damaged the building that houses his main laboratory, so boxes and lab equipment were piled up in the office’s corners.
—Sara Talpos — Undark, STAT, 1 June 2026
Noun
The generation that rode cheap college, rising home prices, and the 401(k) revolution into late career was expected to bow out gracefully, freeing up houses and jobs for their kids and grandkids.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 7 June 2026
Flames were seen coming out of the top of one of the houses as crews tried to put out the fire.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 7 June 2026
This fabric is an old faithful with great range, seen everywhere from Scandi-style beach houses to cozy, colorful city apartments, owing to their breathability and relaxed look.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 6 June 2026
The Old West End Festival is an annual two-day event in the city’s historic district, with one of the largest neighborhoods of Victorian houses in the country.
—Emma Tucker, CNN Money, 6 June 2026
Precision work is required for concrete slab houses to achieve this.
—Tim Carter, Hartford Courant, 6 June 2026
From the train windows, expect to spot the aquamarine waves of Ligurian Sea crashing against the stony coast, candy-colored houses huddled together on the hillsides, tiny wooden boats gliding through village harbors, and flecks of golden-sand beaches.
—Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 June 2026
Based in New Orleans and Paris, Eloueini Architecture is celebrated for designing houses that fold, twist, stagger and float with a restless energy that belies the simplicity of their forms.
—Fred Albert, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026
Partly this is because houses are bigger, and bigger houses cost more.
—Allison Schrager, Boston Herald, 31 May 2026
Verb
The backstory Like many buildings in Savannah, the one that houses the Douglas has been through several iterations.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 June 2026
The criminal allegations state that the illicit conduct occurred at Elmwood, which houses most of the county’s female jail population.
—Robert Salonga, Mercury News, 8 June 2026
In the East London town of Romford, 14 miles northeast of Charing Cross, lies Gallman’s End Farm, a compound filled with barns, sheds and other agricultural outbuildings that now houses ELT Global, which bills itself as a pioneer in textile reuse and recycling.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 8 June 2026
Today, the pantry houses snacks, nonperishables, appliances, cleaning supplies, the couple’s collection of East Fork pottery, and, of course, an essential coffee station.
—Ella Field, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 June 2026
As impeccably decorated as the Victorian property that houses it, the pub is packed with antiques and travel trinkets.
—Kira Turnbull, Travel + Leisure, 6 June 2026
The castle is the heart of Eternia and houses a great power — one that must be protected from Skeletor and his minions.
—Keith Langston, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026
On Sunday, the Shifting Gears star posted a photo of her at-home nail station, featuring a pink silicone mat that houses a gel lamp, four polishes, an array of tools, and studs in both silver and gold.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 1 June 2026
In 2020, an earthquake damaged the building that houses his main laboratory, so boxes and lab equipment were piled up in the office’s corners.
—Sara Talpos — Undark, STAT, 1 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for houses
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The German government acknowledged the companies’ inability to cooperate on the jet but, speaking at the Berlin Air Show this week, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz struck an optimistic tone, looking ahead to what the countries could still achieve with the rest of the FCAS project.—
Joseph Ataman,
CNN Money,
13 June 2026
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Great companies generate jobs, industries, infrastructure, technological capability, and ecosystems that shape economic growth for decades.—
Dileep Rao,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Spacious two- and three-bedroom suites are great choices for families, featuring full kitchens and private terraces with ocean views.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
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Also outside of the arena, there will be activities for families and children, such as mini soccer games, inflatables, raffles and giveaways.—
Abby Hamblin,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 June 2026
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It was thought up by HayMax Capital, a real estate investment firm based in Aspen responsible for a few other hospitality developments, luxury residences, and commercial projects in the area.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 June 2026
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The compound offers a total of 11 bedrooms and 16 bathrooms in nearly 16,000 square feet across three residences.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
11 June 2026
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Some members of Congress beam under national spotlights and become household names (in households glued to cable political talk shows).—
Steve Israel,
Washington Post,
11 June 2026
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While the Surgeon General's warning surprised many households, for parents like Osirus who have been fighting the digital tide, the national warning brings a sense of relief.—
La'Tasha Givens,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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Some said the city failed to adequately seek public outreach and ignored their concerns about potential harm to turtle nests.—
Steve Bousquet,
Sun Sentinel,
6 June 2026
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Since 1918, the Migratory Bird Treaty Act has prevented interference with native birds, and their nests and eggs are protected, too.—
Blythe Copeland,
Martha Stewart,
6 June 2026
Verb
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Rain pushes the weeds higher, then shelters them on turf too soft for the machines meant to clip them.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
1 May 2026
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To the south of central Pismo Beach is Pismo State Beach and the adjacent Monarch Butterfly Grove, which shelters the migrating monarch butterflies that arrive in the winter.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2026
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Places like Los Angeles and Oakland have high permit fees and strict zoning that often confines cans to industrial areas.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
9 Feb. 2026
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In an industry that often confines its actors, especially women and especially Black women, Hall continues to carve a path defined by risk, depth and courage.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
14 Nov. 2025
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The aim is to establish the infrastructure to attract other firms to build data centers or manufacturing facilities in the area.—
Matthew Martin,
semafor.com,
7 June 2026
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With more firms adopting AI, students gunning for a career in banking and finance are preparing to be up against such technology at first interaction.—
Meg Short,
Fortune,
7 June 2026
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“Houses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/houses. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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