area
Example Sentences
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Plans include a new reception and serving area, so people no longer have to queue outside.
From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026
The original sense of “bottom” survives in many words related to “fund,” including foundation, fundamental, profound and the medical term fundus, the area of a hollow organ that is farthest away from the organ’s opening.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026
“Positive momentum across durable goods in February should hopefully help this area of the economy persevere through the current turmoil without too much damage,” he wrote.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026
“Market rent in the Los Angeles area wasn’t realistic, even with a job offer lined up. So, the studio became her first home. It gave her stability and independence during a major transition.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026
There were bits of grass in his thick, curly white fur, and when he noticed the strangers in his area, he lowered his head and stomped on the ground.
From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.