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as in house
the place where one lives
as long as you're living under my roof, you'll obey my rules
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as in to house
to provide with living quarters or shelter
fed and roofed the emergency volunteers for a week
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Recent Examples of roof
Amy Lawrence, New York Times, 31 May 2026
Denver Pavilions is set for a major refresh, with approximately $3 million in capital improvements planned for its parking garage, roof, signs and a mural along 15th Street, the Denver Downtown Development Authority announced Friday.
—Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 30 May 2026
ABC News, 16 May 2026
Finally, homeowners insurance generally covers burst pipes, roof damage and falling limbs when the damage is sudden and unexpected, but claims can be denied if insurers find negligence — like shutting off the heat or skipping pipe insulation, per guidance from the Texas Department of Insurance.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 May 2026
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Noun
His rifled shot rose into the roof of the net.
—Amy Lawrence, New York Times, 31 May 2026
Denver Pavilions is set for a major refresh, with approximately $3 million in capital improvements planned for its parking garage, roof, signs and a mural along 15th Street, the Denver Downtown Development Authority announced Friday.
—Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 30 May 2026
Verb
Off the faceoff, Tabin picked up a loose puck and roofed a backhand on Philips.
—ABC News, 16 May 2026
Finally, homeowners insurance generally covers burst pipes, roof damage and falling limbs when the damage is sudden and unexpected, but claims can be denied if insurers find negligence — like shutting off the heat or skipping pipe insulation, per guidance from the Texas Department of Insurance.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for roof
Noun
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At the open-air dining room set under a canopy of palms, the menu focuses on Caribbean cuisine.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Chef Brian Nasajon and Saladino Design Studios created an open sushi bar beneath a light canopy at the center of the room.—
Jim Dobson,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
Noun
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Panish replayed for jurors testimony from Grossman’s daughter that, soon after the collision, Erickson arrived at the house smelling of alcohol.—
Richard Winton,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2026
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Decades after Julian’s vanishing there, the band and various hangers-on recall eerie incidents both in and out of the house—rooms full of occult literature; pub full of haunting photographs—as well as the glimmering stranger circling the Orpheus-esque Julian.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
2 June 2026
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The City Motel Program, which has sheltered over 2,000 children since 2020, is being run differently as of Monday, through what is now called the Emergency Shelter Voucher program.—
Theresa Clift,
Sacbee.com,
3 June 2026
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If the sky becomes threatening and thunder can be heard, find a safe place to shelter.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 June 2026
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Sky Ridge Yurts is home to cabins and circular tents called yurts.—
Simone Jasper
May 28,
Charlotte Observer,
28 May 2026
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Some residents don't believe Ebola exists, and there have been violent attacks on hospitals and isolation tents.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
28 May 2026
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There are already stricter rent increase caps for many residences, depending on the location, type and age of the building.—
Roger Vincent,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2026
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One man was inside another residence about 2 miles from the first residence, and another man was discovered at a business near the second residence.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
Verb
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Elang Private Residence can accommodate multi-generational families or groups of friends with kids.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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However, Threewitt said access to electricity has emerged as one of the biggest obstacles to accommodating more growth.—
Dillon Thomas,
CBS News,
2 June 2026
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All 12 of the accommodations are similar in size and feature floor-to-ceiling windows, though those who prefer the convenience of having their outdoor hot tub directly on their patio (as opposed to a few steps away from the structure) might prefer one of the other Haus styles.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
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As gold confetti rained from the ceiling, Lai jumped up and down with excitement while Cowell joined her onstage for a hug.—
Deirdre Durkan,
PEOPLE,
3 June 2026
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Inside the historic abode are grand reception rooms, fireplaces, a billiards room, and a dining hall capable of seating 36 guests.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
31 May 2026
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From paint to pots, there are endless ways to boost curb appeal by making a few simple changes to the exterior of your abode.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
29 May 2026
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“Roof.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/roof. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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