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or lodgement
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as in accumulation
a mass or quantity that has piled up or that has been gathered over a period of time
the lodgment of a week's worth of newspapers in the doorway was a telltale sign that the family was away
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as in accommodation
a place to sleep and related amenities for the temporary use of a tourist or traveler
dismayed at the shabby lodgments that were the only option of cross-country travelers at the time
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Recent Examples of lodgment
Advancing up to a mile in a month or so and seizing a lodgment in the Ukrainian defenses surrounding Pokrovsk, the Russians are now in a position to exploit this gain.
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David Axe, Forbes.com, 5 May 2025
Typically, the bike troops lead an assault, speeding into new positions to secure safe lodgments for follow-on forces including increasingly precious tanks and other armored vehicles.
—David Axe, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
From their Inhulets lodgment, Ukrainian troops riding in T-64 tanks and BMP fighting vehicles advanced on the town of Davydiv Brid, 40 miles northeast of Kherson.
—David Axe, Forbes, 21 June 2022
While the fighting continued around Davydiv Brid last week, the Ukrainian army launched a second counteroffensive along the line of contact between Kherson and the free city of Mykolaiv, west of the Inhulets lodgment.
—David Axe, Forbes, 15 June 2022
From the Inhulets lodgment, Ukrainian troops riding in T-64 tanks and BMP fighting vehicles have attacked toward the town of Davydiv Brid, 40 miles from Kherson.
—David Axe, Forbes, 15 June 2022
In a week of hard fighting, the Ukrainians slowly established a lodgment on the far bank of the river.
—David Axe, Forbes, 6 June 2022
David Axe, Forbes.com, 5 May 2025
Typically, the bike troops lead an assault, speeding into new positions to secure safe lodgments for follow-on forces including increasingly precious tanks and other armored vehicles.
—David Axe, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
From their Inhulets lodgment, Ukrainian troops riding in T-64 tanks and BMP fighting vehicles advanced on the town of Davydiv Brid, 40 miles northeast of Kherson.
—David Axe, Forbes, 21 June 2022
While the fighting continued around Davydiv Brid last week, the Ukrainian army launched a second counteroffensive along the line of contact between Kherson and the free city of Mykolaiv, west of the Inhulets lodgment.
—David Axe, Forbes, 15 June 2022
From the Inhulets lodgment, Ukrainian troops riding in T-64 tanks and BMP fighting vehicles have attacked toward the town of Davydiv Brid, 40 miles from Kherson.
—David Axe, Forbes, 15 June 2022
In a week of hard fighting, the Ukrainians slowly established a lodgment on the far bank of the river.
—David Axe, Forbes, 6 June 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lodgment
Noun
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These two technical indicators suggest that BSX is in a period of accumulation, suggesting a bullish outlook with further upside potential.—
David Keller,
CNBC,
24 July 2025
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Opal is formed through an accumulation of marine organisms or silica-rich water, which create wonderful plays of color.—
Beatrice Zocchi,
Glamour,
19 July 2025
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Under the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, public schools must provide services for students that are outlined in a unique plan created for them, but these therapies, tutoring services and accommodations can be expensive.—
Keri Heath,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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Steamboat rated highly for ranch-style accommodations but at an expensive price: Nightly lodging averages $579 during high season.—
Gary Stoller,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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The gathering known as the North American Interfaith Network’s conference was held at the University of California San Diego.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Aug. 2025
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This refreshing, zesty spin on a classic tiramisu is the ideal treat to serve at your next summer gathering.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
3 Aug. 2025
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Estes Park, about 65 miles north of Denver and the gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park, scored highly in the study because of its ranch-style accommodations, affordable lodging and 10 nature and wildlife parks.—
Gary Stoller,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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Innes, a veteran of Arizona wildfires, provided lodging and supplies to the firefighters while preparing for a possible evacuation.—
Rey Covarrubias Jr,
AZCentral.com,
29 July 2025
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One assemblage features a broken television set balanced on a dirty rolling chair.—
J.D. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
23 June 2025
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Many of those residents were artists and musicians, including the famed assemblage artist and former director of the Watts Towers Arts Center, John Outterbridge, whose home and studio burned in the fire.—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2025
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“Lodgment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lodgment. Accessed 8 Aug. 2025.
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