belonging
noun
be·long·ing
bi-ˈlȯŋ-iŋ 
bē-
1
: possession
—usually used in plural
2
: close or intimate relationship
a sense of belonging
belongingness
noun
Examples of belonging in a Sentence
the warm welcome they received from the community gave them a sense of belonging
packed up all their belongings and moved across the country
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Safely store your phone, wallet, keys, passport, and other belongings in the two zippered pockets.
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Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
23 June 2026
The victim, according to police, was robbed of his belongings and forced to walk to the other side of the parking lot.
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Mike Darnay,
CBS News,
23 June 2026
Others speak about wanting safe spaces defined not only by enforcement, but also by opportunity, belonging and respect.
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Monica Gordon,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2026
The hard-shell design helps protect belongings while remaining comfortable to carry and maneuver.
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New Atlas,
22 June 2026
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Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
23 June 2026
The victim, according to police, was robbed of his belongings and forced to walk to the other side of the parking lot.
—
Mike Darnay,
CBS News,
23 June 2026
Others speak about wanting safe spaces defined not only by enforcement, but also by opportunity, belonging and respect.
—
Monica Gordon,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2026
The hard-shell design helps protect belongings while remaining comfortable to carry and maneuver.
—
New Atlas,
22 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for belonging
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“Belonging.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/belonging. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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