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flatmate

NOUN
roommate
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Multiple sources believe Burnham appointing his old flatmate and fellow cabinet minister from the New Labour days, James Purnell, as chief of staff is a positive sign.

From BBC • Jun. 27, 2026

Keating has enlisted the help of an old flatmate, Louise, with whom he shared digs during the early days of her group Eternal.

From BBC • Dec. 30, 2025

His flatmate, Michael Caine, took the role instead and it launched his career.

From BBC • Aug. 17, 2025

But they are not here for a date, they are looking for a new flatmate.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2024

“And . . . your flatmate, she hasn’t noticed that you don’t go to work every day?”

From "The Girl on the Train" by Paula Hawkins




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