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housemate

[hous-meyt] / ˈhaʊsˌmeɪt /


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"Whether you're living with a partner, housemate, or family, your daily interactions -- from hugging, kissing and sharing food prep spaces -- may encourage the exchange of gut microbes," said Dr. Lee.

From Science Daily • Apr. 13, 2026

It follows him finding his feet as a landlord and housemate to Gen Z lodgers.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

As a housemate, he was catastrophic—overturning wastebaskets, ransacking drawers and drenching manuscripts.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 23, 2026

At an estimated 19 years old, Larry has outlasted five prime ministers, upstaged visiting world leaders, and is currently living with his sixth housemate, Labour Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

From Barron's • Feb. 15, 2026

“Well, at least your housemate talks to you,” said Mother.

From "Between Shades of Gray" by Ruta Sepetys