homeowner

Example Sentences

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A deferred repair can become a mortgage default risk if a homeowner can no longer meet a lender’s insurance requirements.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

When the homeowner called the police, they came in heavy, commanding him to drop his weapons—two curtain rods—which Shah Alam could not understand.

From Slate • Mar. 19, 2026

It’s a technical distinction that separates them from 1,000-pound commercial hogs but offers little comfort to a suburban homeowner expecting a permanent lap pet.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026

Andrew Marton, the homeowner, pointed to streetlights around the block that have been targeted by thieves.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2026

He knocked on the door, and when the homeowner opened it, George walked inside without being invited and roamed around until he found the kitchen table, where he sat down.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson