as in abode
the place where one lives
police stopped by his residence to question him
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Recent Examples of residence
Orozco, 24, ran out of the residence.
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Sofia Saric
may 13, Miami Herald, 13 May 2026
Most of Roy’s personal effects were gone from the residence.
—Sarah Dahlberg, NBC news, 13 May 2026
Agents arrested him at his residence without incident and turned him over to Mexican federal officials at a port of entry.
—City News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 May 2026
They were reviewed by a panel of three writers, which included a previous writer-in-residence, the current writer-in-residence, and another writer from the local area.
—Myrna Petlicki, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2026
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Sofia Saric
may 13, Miami Herald, 13 May 2026
Most of Roy’s personal effects were gone from the residence.
—Sarah Dahlberg, NBC news, 13 May 2026
Agents arrested him at his residence without incident and turned him over to Mexican federal officials at a port of entry.
—City News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 May 2026
They were reviewed by a panel of three writers, which included a previous writer-in-residence, the current writer-in-residence, and another writer from the local area.
—Myrna Petlicki, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for residence
Noun
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Take a peek at Honest Abe’s former abode, walk one of the country’s most impressive Art Deco districts, take part in a hands-on art installation spray-painting Cadillacs in the middle of a field, and more.—
Amelia Mularz,
Architectural Digest,
14 May 2026
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Stokes' now-former abode boasts five bedrooms and four full bathrooms, and offers a serene sense of privacy thanks to its lush landscaping.—
Natalia Senanayake,
PEOPLE,
13 May 2026
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Pantelleria Closer to Tunisia than mainland Italy, Pantelleria is a remote volcanic island dotted with traditional dammusi, thick-walled, domed stone dwellings built to keep out the heat.—
Nicky Swallow,
Travel + Leisure,
17 May 2026
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Ryokans in Japan, conical stone dwellings known as trulli in Italy, yurts in Mongolia; in some destinations, forgoing a hotel for traditional accommodation is an essential part of the travel experience.—
Rebecca Ann Hughes,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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The rooms True to the hotel’s overall vibe, the rooms’ midcentury design is beach house meets cosmopolitan chic.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 May 2026
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The house is around two miles from the Islamic Center, which is in the Clairemont Mesa neighborhood.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
19 May 2026
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The seats being full for the national anthem at each of their home playoff games is a sight not often seen at Southern California sporting events.—
Eric Stephens,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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She likely won’t be sentenced until fall (possibly close to the general election) but will — again, just a likely here — at best face home confinement and at worst more than three years in prison.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2026
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The second major change is that a swath of the roof was removed, creating an expansive courtyard and open-air entrance and lobby area, which feels right for the location and, again, cuts down on the air conditioning.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 May 2026
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Their plight bears similarities to a leaking roof.—
Roshane Thomas,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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In the city, short-term vacation rentals are defined as any lodging that provides accommodation for less than 30 days.—
Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
12 May 2026
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While summertime can be a little congested, fall and spring offer pleasant weather for days spent on Wrightsville or Carolina Beach, lower-cost lodging options, and plenty of good restaurants.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
10 May 2026
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Shaath said in the video that the deportation move followed earlier difficulties renewing his French residency papers, despite his family ties in France.—
Thomas Adamson,
Chicago Tribune,
16 May 2026
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Given the unconventional setup of the tour – basically a series of mini residencies – many fans had no choice but to hop a flight to see him.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
16 May 2026
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Muslims throughout the world today are observing the second day of Dhu’l-Hijja, which takes place annually on the last month of the Islamic calendar.—
Dennis Romero,
NBC news,
19 May 2026
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To make the world a better place.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
19 May 2026
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“Residence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/residence. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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