housebound

Example Sentences

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The nation’s second-largest private employer went on a hiring spree during the pandemic, when a housebound population took more of its shopping online.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 28, 2026

The series quickly found a following among budget-conscious cooks, and became even more popular during the pandemic when the housebound masses had few options besides cooking at home.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 28, 2025

Abbie, who uses a wheelchair, said she is "basically housebound" because her wheelchair was in the house during the fire.

From BBC • Oct. 12, 2025

At its heart is a will-they-won't-they romantic connection between Wood's housebound character Evie and her best friend, barrister Noa, played by Nabhaan Rizwaan.

From BBC • Sep. 29, 2025

For days on end they were virtually housebound, venturing out only to coal-bins or right next door for the trading of vital foodstuffs.

From "Sula" by Toni Morrison