as in casing
something that encloses another thing especially to protect it
a camera with a waterproof housing for taking pictures of coral reefs and other underwater features
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as in lodging
to provide with living quarters or shelter
some of the freshmen were temporarily housed in local motels while the new dorm was being finished
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as in surrounding
to close or shut in by or as if by barriers
the famous document is housed in a special display case
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Recent Examples of housing
Francesca Chambers,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
In the past, many housing developers have shied away from building affordable housing because assembling the subsidies needed to make construction profitable is challenging.
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Roger Vincent,
Los Angeles Times,
30 June 2026
Alessia Arcolaci,
Vanity Fair,
16 June 2026
Dallas renovated its Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, which is housing the International Broadcast Center for the games.
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Michelle Fox,
CNBC,
15 June 2026
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Noun
The housing bill, formally called the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, can still become law if Trump neither signs it nor vetoes it in 10 days, excluding Sundays.
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Francesca Chambers,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
In the past, many housing developers have shied away from building affordable housing because assembling the subsidies needed to make construction profitable is challenging.
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Roger Vincent,
Los Angeles Times,
30 June 2026
Verb
In front of the building housing the office of Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama, traffic flows along a detour marked by barriers.
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Alessia Arcolaci,
Vanity Fair,
16 June 2026
Dallas renovated its Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, which is housing the International Broadcast Center for the games.
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Michelle Fox,
CNBC,
15 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for housing
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At least six shell casings were recovered from the scene of the shooting, according to Pittsburgh Public Safety spokesperson Eliza Durham.
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During the investigation, shell casings found at the scene were later compared to a firearm Craig admitted belonged to him, the release said.
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Human trafficking prevention Senate Bill 570 requires certain lodging operators to provide human trafficking awareness training to employees.
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There’s also fishing on the resort’s lakes, restaurants, cocktail lounges, and lodging options from standard guest rooms to four-bedroom cottages.
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The council would then examine the details surrounding the change before passing an ordinance expanding those voting rights.
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The design is open and clean, with a deliberate choice to draw the surrounding scenery deep into the interior of the home.
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During his burial, an iron sword in a leather sheath was placed across his chest, with a spear next to him.
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Michelle revealed her midi-length sheath dress had an unexpected optical illusion detail at the bottom.
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There’s a main hall, where technically demanding productions will be held, accommodating over 2,000 people.
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The structures include separate male and female changing cabins, a full dining hall capable of accommodating large dinner parties, a more intimate dining space, a summer kitchen, and several separate saunas.
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The animal farm had a two-meter-high fence enclosing it, half of it underground.
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Always leave one side open and ensure ventilation when enclosing outdoor equipment.
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There’s no covering that up at a BBQ full of people standing around a hot grill.
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Use window coverings One simple action people can take at home is to block out as much sunlight as possible from coming through windows.
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Thousands of people who have lost their homes are sheltering in schools, parks, and makeshift camps.
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The first half had concluded in torrential rain with players and staff soaked through and Iraq coach Graham Arnold sheltering under a cover for his match-day notes.
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“Housing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/housing. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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