as in residence
the place where one lives
maintained a level of cleanliness and neatness that was unusual for a bachelor's quarters
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as in houses
to provide with living quarters or shelter
the militia is being quartered just outside the city
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Recent Examples of quarters
Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 30 Jan. 2026
In recent quarters, China accounted for approximately 35% of AMAT’s revenue, largely driven by mature-node capacity expansion.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
In Green Bay in 2017 under Mike Pettine, Graham expanded his Cover 4 (or quarters) playbook, an approach that’s gained popularity across the league in recent years.
—Dianna Russini, New York Times, 30 Jan. 2026
The Cheese Steak Sandwich, made with shaved ribeye, caramelized onions, peppers, fontina cheese, and horseradish cream on a soft hoagie and served with fries, offers something substantial that lasts into the later quarters.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 30 Jan. 2026
Davis had 22 points through three quarters as the Jayhawks crashed the glass in search of second-chance opportunities and to draw fouls on TCU’s frontcourt.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Jan. 2026
Mission Hills led 69-19 at the half and 93-26 after three quarters.
—John Maffei, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Jan. 2026
These are people who were friends for three quarters of a century.
—Mikey O'Connell, HollywoodReporter, 23 Jan. 2026
Noun
The recently restored 2,500-square-foot residence has five bedrooms and five bathrooms, including separate guest quarters with a kitchenette.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 30 Jan. 2026
In recent quarters, China accounted for approximately 35% of AMAT’s revenue, largely driven by mature-node capacity expansion.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
In Green Bay in 2017 under Mike Pettine, Graham expanded his Cover 4 (or quarters) playbook, an approach that’s gained popularity across the league in recent years.
—Dianna Russini, New York Times, 30 Jan. 2026
The Cheese Steak Sandwich, made with shaved ribeye, caramelized onions, peppers, fontina cheese, and horseradish cream on a soft hoagie and served with fries, offers something substantial that lasts into the later quarters.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 30 Jan. 2026
Davis had 22 points through three quarters as the Jayhawks crashed the glass in search of second-chance opportunities and to draw fouls on TCU’s frontcourt.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Jan. 2026
Mission Hills led 69-19 at the half and 93-26 after three quarters.
—John Maffei, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Jan. 2026
These are people who were friends for three quarters of a century.
—Mikey O'Connell, HollywoodReporter, 23 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for quarters
Noun
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Police said the suspect then barricaded himself inside a residence, and officers had surrounded the home.—
Richard Ramos,
CBS News,
28 Jan. 2026
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Set inside a 17th-century former noble residence, the building has been a hotel since 1811—a grand, if slightly dusty, fixture of the Roman hospitality circuit—before having the cobwebs blown off courtesy of a four-year renovation overseen by the French-Mexican architect and designer Hugo Toro.—
Liam Hess,
Vogue,
28 Jan. 2026
Verb
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This slab of a sandwich houses everything good under one bready roof.—
Jesse Szewczyk,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
27 Jan. 2026
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And, for many of us, that's the cabinet that houses our reusable water bottles and mugs.—
Melissa Epifano,
The Spruce,
26 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Right under the slanted roof on the top floor, the cozy entry-level rooms feature exposed ceiling beams and about 20 square feet of floor space, but their small windows (and no views to speak of) leave them a little dark.—
Chris Schalkx,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Jan. 2026
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Some of the building’s roofs sport numerous large holes, exposing the beams underneath, and orange-brown discoloration on the shingles.—
Angela Palermo
January 7,
Idaho Statesman,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Oceanview rooms with a terrace are worth the upgrade, with the floor-to-ceiling windows drawing in every shade of Caribbean blue.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Dec. 2025
Noun
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The fire broke out in the predawn hours Tuesday in a large house in the 11300 block of South Forest Avenue.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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That contrasts with traditional bespoke or site-built houses, put up mostly on the property.—
The Editorial Board,
Oc Register,
27 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Yet many companies undermine those benefits by choosing automation that accommodates existing packaging, especially when scaling operations.—
Ken Bowles,
Forbes.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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Encompassing more than 26,000 square feet, the property accommodates multiple standalone units, including a two-bedroom guest apartment.—
Pueng Vongs,
Mercury News,
26 Jan. 2026
Noun
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There are even sweetheart deals on lodging during this special time.—
Mindy Sink,
Denver Post,
27 Jan. 2026
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Likewise, Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco provides posh lodgings all year long.—
Forbes Travel Guide,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Now a grandmother, the 65-year-old often camps with up to four generations of her family, from her husband to her grandchildren.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
1 Dec. 2025
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“Quarters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quarters. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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