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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
Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 19 June 2025
In Ecuador, a drone loaded with 40 pounds of explosives slammed into the roof of La Roca, the country’s maximum-security prison, in September 2024, in an apparent attempt to trigger a mass escape.
—Antonio Maria Delgado, Miami Herald, 18 June 2025
Clint Davis, People.com, 3 May 2025
The Vegas forward roofed a one-timer from the front of the Minnesota Wild net to give the Golden Knights a 3-2 overtime victory in Game 5 of the first-round series on Tuesday night.
—Michael Russo, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Suck air under your tongue then flex your tongue and press it against the roof of your mouth.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 19 June 2025
In Ecuador, a drone loaded with 40 pounds of explosives slammed into the roof of La Roca, the country’s maximum-security prison, in September 2024, in an apparent attempt to trigger a mass escape.
—Antonio Maria Delgado, Miami Herald, 18 June 2025
Verb
The walls and roof on the metal shed are waterproof and rust-resistant, while the roof is sloped to keep rain and snow from settling on top.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 3 May 2025
The Vegas forward roofed a one-timer from the front of the Minnesota Wild net to give the Golden Knights a 3-2 overtime victory in Game 5 of the first-round series on Tuesday night.
—Michael Russo, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for roof
Noun
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Certain regions of the city may also be more susceptible to extreme heat because of the urban heat island effect — when factors, including building materials and tree canopy cover, cause the environment to trap more heat.—
William Tong,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2025
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By increasing the resolution and scale of their tree inventory, Bloomfield Public Works will be able to prioritize the location and species for new tree plantings to improve forest health and increase tree cover in low canopy neighborhoods.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
17 June 2025
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While working on the painting in a bahay kubo—a shelter made of woven bamboo—next to her house to escape the summer heat, Cajipe Endaya was captivated by how well the sawali’s texture and color matched her canvas.—
Hung Duong,
Artforum,
18 June 2025
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Read on to learn how to keep flies away, including the best natural ways to keep flies out of your house.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
18 June 2025
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If the sky becomes threatening and thunder can be heard, find a safe place to shelter.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
15 June 2025
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Mendoza, herself an immigrant from El Salvador, has gained notoriety after videos of her and her staff sheltering protesters and helping law enforcement agents in her Los Angeles County restaurant spread across social media.—
Chris Boyette,
CNN Money,
14 June 2025
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Neighborhoods don't want to see tents, trash, or derelict RVs, police are reluctant to arrest those who will return within hours, and prosecutors hesitate to prosecute those for whom the justice system has become a revolving door with few good outcomes.—
Nuri Kino,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 June 2025
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Bear in mind, a tent does not protect you from lightning.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
20 June 2025
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Vance Luther Boelter, the man suspected of shooting two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses at their residences in the early hours of Saturday morning, was reportedly arrested Sunday evening.—
Rebecca Schneid,
Time,
16 June 2025
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Following the shooting at Hoffman's residence, officers were sent to Hortman's home to check on her well-being, officials said.—
Bill Hutchinson,
ABC News,
15 June 2025
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If approved, the music hall will accommodate an audience of 728 people and a stage big enough to support a symphony orchestra, according to MYAC CEO Allen Dennis.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2025
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Three or four hotels will accommodate all of them, and only 30 of Venice’s 280 water taxis have been reserved.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
22 June 2025
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Photos and videos shared by the Israeli fire and rescue service showed fires, broken glass and ceiling panels scattered on the floor.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
20 June 2025
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In one video, people were seen standing amid the wreckage that included ceiling boards and debris strewn across the main lobby, where the entrance appeared to be blown out.—
NBC News,
NBC news,
20 June 2025
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The city is about to legalize selling these backyard homes, also known as accessory dwelling units (ADUs), creating unprecedented opportunity.—
Saad Asad,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 June 2025
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His criminal history includes discharging a firearm at an inhabited dwelling and vehicle, battery on spouse or cohabitant, willful cruelty to child, driving under the influence, assault with a semi-automatic firearm and personal use of a firearm.—
Greg Wehner , Bill Melugin,
FOXNews.com,
9 June 2025
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“Roof.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/roof. Accessed 26 Jun. 2025.
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