as in abode
the place where one lives
police stopped by his residence to question him
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Recent Examples of residence
The Crown project as a whole is set to have as many as 1,500 residences, according to The Grove’s website, and at least 200 acres of open space, including parks and trails.
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Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2025
Ming was responding to a call when he was shot
Ming was responding to a call for service around 3:30 p.m. Saturday in the 2600 block of South 30th Street with other law enforcement officials to help an individual move items out of a residence.
—Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 31 July 2025
Investigators found signs that someone tried to burn the home and were later allegedly able to determine that Theodore Lloyd was the only person who was recently in or out of the residence, according to police.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 31 July 2025
The property comprises four large parcels, one of which has an existing 2,700-square-foot residence, offering an opportunity to live on site and further develop the land, if desired.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 30 July 2025
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Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2025
Ming was responding to a call when he was shot
Ming was responding to a call for service around 3:30 p.m. Saturday in the 2600 block of South 30th Street with other law enforcement officials to help an individual move items out of a residence.
—Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 31 July 2025
Investigators found signs that someone tried to burn the home and were later allegedly able to determine that Theodore Lloyd was the only person who was recently in or out of the residence, according to police.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 31 July 2025
The property comprises four large parcels, one of which has an existing 2,700-square-foot residence, offering an opportunity to live on site and further develop the land, if desired.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 30 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for residence
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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
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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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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
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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 walkout lower level includes a full home gym and sauna.—
Randy Tucker,
The Enquirer,
26 July 2025
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That’s a buzz Longstaff, 27, cannot wait to experience as a home player in less than a month when Everton arrive, under the lights, for both sides’ 2025-26 season opener on Monday, August 18.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
26 July 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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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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Such a phenomenon comes as wealthy Indians are considering other residencies for strategic purposes, rather than a permanent relocation, Himanshu Kohli, co-founder of multi-family office Client Associates, told me.—
Amala Balakrishner,
CNBC,
24 July 2025
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The new Taylor Swift figures also will appear in Tussaud attractions in Amsterdam; Berlin; Blackpool, England; Budapest; Hollywood, California; Hong Kong; Las Vegas; London; Nashville; New York; and Sydney, plus a touring figure is beginning its its residency in Shanghai.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
23 July 2025
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Barricades will be put in place on the closed streets and will be monitored.—
Daniel McFadin,
Arkansas Online,
1 Aug. 2025
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And while there are certainly plenty of places to eat in Osaka, the hotel’s two fine-dining restaurants are worth the visit.—
Christina Liao,
Forbes.com,
31 July 2025
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“Residence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/residence. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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