dormitory
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The boy's bed was empty when his roommates woke up in a dormitory at the seaside camp in Saint-Brevin-les-Pins.
From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026
Kenya has had a long history of school fires - just two years ago at least 21 people died in a dormitory fire in central Kenya.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
As night fell, forensic investigations continued as white body bags were brought out and lined up outside the dormitory, an AFP journalist saw.
From Barron's • May 28, 2026
Susan Flores’ son, Paul Flores, was the last person seen with Smart as the two walked toward her dormitory at Cal State San Luis Obispo after a 1996 Memorial Day party.
From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026
“Off with you to Dr. Westminster, then. Come straight back to the Incorrigible dormitory when you are done. Remember, you will have important responsibilities to attend to later! Careful with your bushels, please.”
From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood
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