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as in to perch
to come to rest after descending from the air
pigeons flying home to roost on the roof
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as in to lodge
to establish or place comfortably or snugly
a gang of friends had roosted themselves around the ski lodge's massive fireplace
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Recent Examples of roost
The owl, with its pointy feathers and bright yellow eyes, was spotted roosting on a branch after a day of high winds and heavy rains.
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Miami Herald, 27 June 2025
According to the team, the bats were found roosting near fruit orchards adjacent to rural yet populated villages.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 June 2025
Birding: More than 300 birds migrate through or live in the Trinity Alps, including eagles that roost along the shores of Trinity Lake.
—Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2025
Here in northern Illinois in late summer, the robins roost in large flocks, often in cattail marshes, at night, then disperse across the landscape to feed during the day.
—Sheryl De Vore, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2025
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Miami Herald, 27 June 2025
According to the team, the bats were found roosting near fruit orchards adjacent to rural yet populated villages.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 June 2025
Birding: More than 300 birds migrate through or live in the Trinity Alps, including eagles that roost along the shores of Trinity Lake.
—Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2025
Here in northern Illinois in late summer, the robins roost in large flocks, often in cattail marshes, at night, then disperse across the landscape to feed during the day.
—Sheryl De Vore, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for roost
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Most guests, however, will stay at the main hotel, perched atop a hill overlooking both courses and the endless sea beyond.—
Tim Corlett,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Harris perched like a dancer in her hammocks, tilting toward her model’s shoulders, a beatific expression on her face.—
Sarah Larson,
New Yorker,
8 Sep. 2025
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The new facility will serve as a focal point for engineering students, with student support services like academic counseling, tutoring and admissions also lodged in the four-story, 114,000-square-foot building.—
Killian Baarlaer,
Louisville Courier Journal,
4 Sep. 2025
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My quail shot had lodged between the outer hide and the thin inner skin.—
Robert Easton,
Outdoor Life,
3 Sep. 2025
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While Alexander-Arnold’s signing had been pursued by the club since last year, Alonso’s conviction and insistence were key in landing Huijsen, Carreras and Mastantuono.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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When Emily lands the coveted promotion that Luke had been vying for, their relationship ushers in a new complex power dynamic both inside and outside the office.—
Jacqueline Weiss,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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The Quintosapore innovative farming project may be nestled in the verdant and peaceful Umbrian hills, but echoes of Hollywood and Cinecittà are not too distant.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
6 Sep. 2025
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The hotel is nestled in the Cultural District at 3700 Camp Bowie Blvd.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Sep. 2025
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Guests can park onsite at 320 Wedgewood Ave.—
Craig Shoup,
Nashville Tennessean,
4 Sep. 2025
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In Sacramento, drivers who park within 25 feet of a crosswalk — or 15 feet if the curb has a pedestrian extension or bump-out — could be fined $25, regardless of whether there is a sign or other indication that prohibits parking.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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However, it wasn't positioned as a replacement for the Plus, but as the company exploring a new design trend.—
James Powel,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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The Senate field has remained thin since liberal teacher Josh Weil bowed out earlier this summer, positioning Jenkins as the party’s most visible candidate so far.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Roost.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/roost. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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