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dormitory

[dawr-mi-tawr-ee, -tohr-ee] / ˈdɔr mɪˌtɔr i, -ˌtoʊr i /
NOUN
living quarters
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A 2024 dormitory fire at Hillside Endarasha Academy in Nyeri county killed 21 boys, prompting government promises of nationwide school safety audits and prosecutions, though it remains unclear whether the measures were implemented.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

"There are no military facilities, special services, or related services near the dormitory," he added.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

Susan Flores’ son, Paul Flores, was the last person seen with Smart as the two walked toward her dormitory at Cal State San Luis Obispo after a 1996 Memorial Day party.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

In 2001, when St. Michael’s wanted to borrow $9 million to build a new dormitory, Moody’s told prospective lenders that the institution was creditworthy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Around eight o’clock that evening I was watching a movie in the dormitory with the other kids and worrying at the same time.

From "Facing the Lion" by Joseph Lemasolai Lekuton and Herman Viola




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