the living

noun

: people who are alive
the living and the dead
The world belongs to the living.

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In addition to new carpeting in the bedrooms and hardwood flooring in the living and dining rooms, the home features tile in the kitchen, first floor laundry, and baths. James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 4 Jan. 2026 In the living room, layering and incorporating a mixture of colors and textures is key. Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 3 Jan. 2026 The Ward family The hotel room was a suite, with the caretaker in the living room and Ward in the bedroom. Mike Hellgren, CBS News, 2 Jan. 2026 The model shown appears to be permanently installed and includes a deck that helps expand the living space, though the tiny house can also be mounted on wheels for regular towing, if preferred. New Atlas, 1 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for the living

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“The living.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20living. Accessed 6 Jan. 2026.

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