as in chambers
an area within a building that has been set apart from surrounding space by a wall
finally had a room to himself when his older brother went off to college
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as in houses
to provide with living quarters or shelter
we can room up to four visitors in our two guest bedrooms
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Recent Examples of rooms
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 June 2026
Set in a 16th-century annex to Palazzo Borghese, whose verdant gardens are visible from the rooms on the upper floors, Hotel Vilòn was designed by architect Giampiero Panepinto and set designer Paolo Bonfini, who imbued it with a bit of cinematic flair.
—Laura Itzkowitz, Robb Report, 4 June 2026
Staying active is also not confined to the brick-and-mortar gym anymore, especially after Covid-era restrictions influenced many to build sweat sanctuaries at home, invest in equipment like Pelotons, or simply power on a YouTube video and hop on a yoga mat in their living rooms.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 4 June 2026
Today, both Glencairn and Cairnwood welcome public tours of rooms like the intimate chapel upstairs.
—Kim Hudson, CBS News, 4 June 2026
The River District will ultimately bring around 5,000 homes, market rate and affordable apartments, millions of square feet of office space, half a million square feet of retail and 1,000 hotel rooms.
—Khadejeh Nikouyeh, Charlotte Observer, 28 May 2026
Jenny Hughes, The Spruce, 9 Apr. 2026
During the news conference, Fullen called game rooms a menace to society that contributed to drug crimes, prostitution and violent assaults and robberies in the city.
—John Wayne Ferguson, Houston Chronicle, 20 Feb. 2026
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
Many rooms and suites have outdoor patios or balconies with mountain views.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 June 2026
Set in a 16th-century annex to Palazzo Borghese, whose verdant gardens are visible from the rooms on the upper floors, Hotel Vilòn was designed by architect Giampiero Panepinto and set designer Paolo Bonfini, who imbued it with a bit of cinematic flair.
—Laura Itzkowitz, Robb Report, 4 June 2026
Staying active is also not confined to the brick-and-mortar gym anymore, especially after Covid-era restrictions influenced many to build sweat sanctuaries at home, invest in equipment like Pelotons, or simply power on a YouTube video and hop on a yoga mat in their living rooms.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 4 June 2026
Today, both Glencairn and Cairnwood welcome public tours of rooms like the intimate chapel upstairs.
—Kim Hudson, CBS News, 4 June 2026
The River District will ultimately bring around 5,000 homes, market rate and affordable apartments, millions of square feet of office space, half a million square feet of retail and 1,000 hotel rooms.
—Khadejeh Nikouyeh, Charlotte Observer, 28 May 2026
Verb
The side rooms off the main gallery contain playful areas that everyone from kids to grown adults will enjoy.
—Jenny Hughes, The Spruce, 9 Apr. 2026
During the news conference, Fullen called game rooms a menace to society that contributed to drug crimes, prostitution and violent assaults and robberies in the city.
—John Wayne Ferguson, Houston Chronicle, 20 Feb. 2026
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rooms
Noun
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The highlight of Leo's visit to Madrid will be his speech Monday to both chambers of the Spanish Parliament, the first by a pope.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
6 June 2026
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The highlight of Leo's visit to Madrid will be his speech June 8 to both chambers of the Spanish parliament.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 June 2026
Verb
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The hotel houses a magnificent collection of 20th-century prints and drawings which hang throughout the bedrooms and public spaces; spot the Picasso and the Cocteaus in the Picteau Lounge Bar.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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On Sunday, the Shifting Gears star posted a photo of her at-home nail station, featuring a pink silicone mat that houses a gel lamp, four polishes, an array of tools, and studs in both silver and gold.—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
1 June 2026
Noun
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For families This is a rather adult hotel, though parents traveling with kids should look into the apartments—the two-bedroom options all have two single beds in the smaller rooms.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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Raman, who endorsed Bass’ reelection bid only to launch a surprise campaign to unseat her, said the incumbent lacked urgency on an array of issues, including production of new apartments, fixing deteriorating streets and sidewalks, and halting the exodus of entertainment industry jobs.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
Noun
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Footage from the recent test showed the missile being launched from fully vertical cells, indicating compatibility with shipborne vertical launch systems and suggesting potential cross-platform deployment.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
7 June 2026
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The main purpose is to eliminate dead skin cells and create a smooth surface for the tanning formula to penetrate.—
Deanna Pai,
Glamour,
6 June 2026
Noun
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Myriad cabins and lodges, such as Scribner’s Catskill Lodge, provide a cozy basecamp between mountain outings.—
Stephanie Vermillion,
Travel + Leisure,
7 June 2026
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Staff work out of greenhouses, laboratories and cabins in urban areas like Baltimore and in more rural offices near the 193 million acres of national forest and grassland that the agency manages.—
Chiara Eisner,
NPR,
6 June 2026
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“Rooms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rooms. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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