vacant

Example Sentences

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The couple, who moved from Portland, Ore., are among a growing number of foreigners buying up Japan’s akiya, translated as empty or vacant homes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

In the south east of England, 38% of posts were vacant, with 30% vacant in the North West.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

Together, they worked up the proposal for Safe Outdoor Spaces, aimed at allowing managed, secure areas for people to pitch tents in vacant lots to reduce illegal encampments.

From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026

Downtowns across the country need to find solutions, experts warn, as dark storefronts can lead to a downward spiral, with companies hesitant to lease office space in vacant areas.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 16, 2026

The house no longer vacant, the front porch was now decorated with hanging baskets of little pink flowers and white wicker furniture.

From "Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence" by Sonja Thomas