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downstairs

[doun-stairz, doun-stairz] / ˈdaʊnˈstɛərz, ˈdaʊnˌstɛərz /


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Pro tip: In the months leading up to the move, I also saved boxes from deliveries I received, instead of hauling them downstairs to the recycling bin.

From MarketWatch Aug. 11, 2026

These connected to listening equipment downstairs in the servants' quarters, monitored day and night.

From Barron's Aug. 5, 2026

Meanwhile, BBC DJ Sara Cox's husband had the result spoiled by cheering neighbours - after deciding to sleep downstairs so as not to disturb his wife ahead of her Radio 2 debut on Monday.

From BBC Jul. 6, 2026

Out of loneliness, she becomes involved with her downstairs neighbor, a lovely but sinister musician.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 6, 2026

"Sam, would you go downstairs, please? I have to do my homework now," Anastasia said.

From "All About Sam" by Lois Lowry




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