as in abode
the place where one lives
after years abroad, the eldest son returned to the family hearthstone, the old house in Philadelphia
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Recent Examples of hearthstone
Above the hearth is a photograph of Harriet Jacobs, seated in a large gothic Victorian parlor chair boasting a slight upturned grin, welcoming us to her very own hearthstone.
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Colony Little, ARTnews.com, 25 July 2024
The unique person, understood only in the context of loving relationship and apart from any ideological status, is the real heart and hearthstone of human life.
—Cameron Hilditch, National Review, 18 Dec. 2020
That home became the hearthstone of both family and friends with Connie always at the core of every event.
—sun-sentinel.com, 10 Dec. 2019
Mr. Ulman took on the renovation of the home himself, and was surprised to find a treasure trove of artifacts underneath the hearthstone of the fireplace.
—Ronnie Koenig, New York Times, 12 May 2017
Colony Little, ARTnews.com, 25 July 2024
The unique person, understood only in the context of loving relationship and apart from any ideological status, is the real heart and hearthstone of human life.
—Cameron Hilditch, National Review, 18 Dec. 2020
That home became the hearthstone of both family and friends with Connie always at the core of every event.
—sun-sentinel.com, 10 Dec. 2019
Mr. Ulman took on the renovation of the home himself, and was surprised to find a treasure trove of artifacts underneath the hearthstone of the fireplace.
—Ronnie Koenig, New York Times, 12 May 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hearthstone
Noun
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Grasping at any hope, she’s asked devoted widower father Jake (John Adams) to drive her to this mystery woman’s abode in the Catskills, where a supernatural healing of some sort may or may not take place.—
Dennis Harvey,
Variety,
31 July 2025
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Just this week, Cary Grant’s former abode was listed for $78 million, and Paris Hilton plopped down $63 million to buy Mark Wahlberg’s massive estate last month.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
25 July 2025
Noun
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According to court documents, on Sept. 11, 2024, local police responded to a reported menacing at Hanna’s residence in Dayton.—
Gillian Stawiszynski,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
1 Aug. 2025
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Police responded to two 911 calls at the home on the day of the murder, but didn't go inside On July 10, LAPD responded to two possible burglary calls at Kaye and Deluca’s residence — the same day the couple was killed, according to a felony complaint filed in the Superior Court of Los Angeles.—
Emily Blackwood,
People.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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The color palette is bold, the marble is patterned, and the restaurant is located on the roof for panoramic views of the island.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
15 July 2025
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The indoor restaurant at La Terrasse – set under a retractable roof with seating for up to 60 – is equally charming.—
Erica Wertheim Zohar,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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The minimum size for urban lots was reduced to 3,000 square feet, the minimum lot size required to add an accessory dwelling unit was also reduced, and the minimum lot required to build a townhouse went down to 1,500 square feet.—
Jennifer Castenson,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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In California, for example, the state is working to conserve more natural land while promoting the development of higher-density housing, such as apartment buildings and accessory dwelling units like tiny homes and backyard cottages.—
Natalie Wu,
CNBC,
25 July 2025
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Federal grant funding had been earmarked for the factory, but the money was taken back before any houses were produced.—
Arlyssa D. Becenti,
AZCentral.com,
25 July 2025
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The mother and daughter couldn’t swim, and the family waited out the storm in their home as the waters flooded — but didn’t dislodge — their house.—
Lily Kepner,
Austin American Statesman,
25 July 2025
Noun
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Estes Park, about 65 miles north of Denver and the gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park, scored highly in the study because of its ranch-style accommodations, affordable lodging and 10 nature and wildlife parks.—
Gary Stoller,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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Innes, a veteran of Arizona wildfires, provided lodging and supplies to the firefighters while preparing for a possible evacuation.—
Rey Covarrubias Jr,
AZCentral.com,
29 July 2025
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The walkout lower level includes a full home gym and sauna.—
Randy Tucker,
The Enquirer,
26 July 2025
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Here are the ones every home bartender should know how to make.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
26 July 2025
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Visitors can step inside longhouses with open hearths, learn about farming techniques, and gain a deeper appreciation for the lives of the people who laid the foundations of Norway’s Viking society.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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Various shades of muted green in a home's kitchen — its hearth — can generate more buyer interest, Zillow found.—
Anne Marie D. Lee,
CBS News,
18 June 2025
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“Hearthstone.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hearthstone. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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