dwelling

Example Sentences

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Marc, known to family and friends as “Tiger,” had been working to build an accessory dwelling unit at the family’s Santa Ana home, where he planned to live with Loera-Zarco and their newborn.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

The Mediterranean-style dwelling, which features four bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms, was built in 1928 and appears to have been purchased off market, according to Realtor.com data.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026

Ayewa doesn’t spend her energy dwelling on the shortcomings of the past or present, but instead insists that we all take action and work toward a better future.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

The dwelling sits on a 1.4-acre parcel that is home to a glittering swimming pool and spa, an enormous patio, an outdoor kitchen, and a fire pit area.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

Omakayas tried to make herself better, to stop dwelling on worthless sadnesses.

From "The Birchbark House" by Louise Erdrich