residences

plural of residence

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of residences Why are only wealthy owners with two residences asked to pay more to support the mayor’s agenda? Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 28 Aug. 2026 In November, Florida voters will have the chance to create a pathway to drastically change how local governments are budgeted by increasing the homestead exemption on primary residences from $50,000 currently to $250,000 by 2028. Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 27 Aug. 2026 Off set, Curry was an avid horticulturalist and worked on gardens across his own residences as well as in the homes of friends—among them, Freddie Mercury. Irene Borger, Architectural Digest, 26 Aug. 2026 Large trucks are distributing water in those areas, with priority given to hospitals and residences for older people. Dánica Coto, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026 That means that condos, co-ops, single family residences (SFRs) and other primary home types will usually all be the same price for coverage. Alora Bopray, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026 The estate includes a historic mansion, numerous secondary residences, and extensive Thoroughbred breeding and training facilities. Mark David, Robb Report, 25 Aug. 2026 Within a mind-spinning eight months, Zori Timeless Hotel was born, cleverly converted from the old pension into four luxurious residences within the confines of strict planning regulations that forced them to use the existing space. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for residences
Noun
  • Amenities and experiences The name Anasazi refers to the Native American civilization that once inhabited the Four Corners region, renowned for their cliff dwellings and recognized as the ancestors of today's Pueblo peoples.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Aug. 2026
  • However, there are some exceptions for multi-family dwellings and commercial use.
    Deane Biermeier, USA Today, 22 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Best Hotels & Resorts The Promissory Hotel This boutique property is housed in a 1912 bank building with striking neoclassical design and 27 rooms, including loft-style abodes and two-bedroom suites.
    Julekha Dash, Travel + Leisure, 6 June 2026
  • His son, Guy, followed in his footsteps, creating sculptural abodes from Boca Raton to Vail over the past 35 years.
    Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 2 June 2026
Noun
  • Beyond distribution, the deal includes a co-production slate between ReelShort and Indonesian production houses, with resulting series set to appear on both platforms.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026
  • ReelShort has struck a deal with Indonesian streaming platform Vidio to bring hundreds of microdramas to local audiences, as well as co-produce new short dramas with Indonesian production houses.
    Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 26 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Federal regulations limit conventional loan amounts to $832,750 in most areas or $1,249,125 or more for luxury properties or homes in expensive cities and states.
    Dan Simms, USA Today, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Red walls, heavy draperies with swags and fringe, and jacquard fabrics with gold accents could be found in many homes.
    Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • While solar roofs are not new, Hongqi’s approach replaces conventional crystalline silicon cells with thin and flexible perovskite photovoltaic materials.
    Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Green roofs can be expensive to install, and researchers have found that not all plants perform well in those conditions.
    Callie Zanandrie, CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Heat index values may surpass 100° some places during the afternoon hours.
    Steven Sosna, CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Its return coincides with citywide discussions about a lack of third spaces — places outside of work, school and home — for teens to hang out that will keep them off the streets.
    Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 28 Aug. 2026

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“Residences.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/residences. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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