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residence

[rez-i-duhns] / ˈrɛz ɪ dəns /


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By the 1980s, the Clark had become a residence of last resort, housing many seniors and others on limited incomes.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 23, 2026

Although it is unclear whether Manning has made significant renovations to the property since purchasing it, the residence has remained his primary home base long after his retirement from football.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 22, 2026

Just this June, guests invited to the British ambassador's residence in Moscow for the King's birthday celebrations said they had been harassed by pro-Kremlin activists and state-media journalists, and then questioned by the police.

From BBC ● Oct. 22, 2026

Lawyers for the Minnesota congresswoman asked federal prosecutors to return items seized this week from her Washington residence.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 22, 2026

Still with no appointment from the Emperor, in February 1601 the Keplers moved in with Tycho’s household at a new residence provided by Rudolph for the astronomer.

From "The Scientists" by John Gribbin

To date, 233 new homes have been completed, 3,851 building permits have been issued and 2,396 residences are under construction.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 24, 2026

The Israeli military said that Hebron and other areas had been “placed under a cordon” and that soldiers were “operating inside the residences of the terrorists and additional suspects.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 23, 2026

Clarkson ultimately held on to their Montana homes and Los Angeles residences.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 19, 2026

Large areas were planted with maize, while enormous quantities of earth were moved to construct mounds topped by temples and residences for leaders.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 6, 2026

Not only was it a training facility, but it also had residences that housed cosmonauts, scientists, and space personnel and their families.

From "Women in Space" by Karen Bush Gibson


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