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as in chamber
an area within a building that has been set apart from surrounding space by a wall
finally had a room to himself when his older brother went off to college
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as in to house
to provide with living quarters or shelter
we can room up to four visitors in our two guest bedrooms
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Recent Examples of room
Jessica Dinapoli, USA Today, 22 July 2025
In it, there was just enough room for a single table.
—Maia Nehme, Charlotte Observer, 22 July 2025
Romen Borsellino, New York Daily News, 24 June 2025
Angela continues her reign as rookie of the year, gracefully rooming with Porsha, proving her ability as a team player.
—Ile-Ife Okantah, Vulture, 2 June 2025
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Noun
Kraft Heinz's condiments division, led by ketchup brand Heinz and Philadelphia cream cheese, posted $11.4 billion in sales last year and has room to grow internationally.
—Jessica Dinapoli, USA Today, 22 July 2025
In it, there was just enough room for a single table.
—Maia Nehme, Charlotte Observer, 22 July 2025
Verb
My mom and their daughter Mira Nair roomed together in school.
—Romen Borsellino, New York Daily News, 24 June 2025
Angela continues her reign as rookie of the year, gracefully rooming with Porsha, proving her ability as a team player.
—Ile-Ife Okantah, Vulture, 2 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for room
Noun
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Being in the crowded wellness space, Silverman also knew that strategy alone wouldn't cut it.—
Renae Gregoire,
Forbes.com,
19 July 2025
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Lark Manor Arcel Double Dresser Dressers do a lot of heavy lifting when working with limited space.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
People.com,
19 July 2025
Noun
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Historically, Scherer explained, even when one party controls both chambers of Congress, 60 votes are still required to pass a budget through the Senate.—
The Editors,
The Atlantic,
19 July 2025
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Voters didn’t grant the supervisors authority to conduct star chamber proceedings hidden from public view.—
Mercury News Editorial,
Mercury News,
19 July 2025
Noun
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Each space offers an opportunity for Sofia to remake herself.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
HollywoodReporter,
14 July 2025
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For those who saw Varsity’s dominance as a troubling concentration of power—if not an outright antitrust issue—the collegiate space offered a rare opportunity: a chance to build something outside the reach of a deeply entrenched corporate force.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
14 July 2025
Verb
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The mezzanine housing the wheelhouse provides direct access to a flybridge offering the flexibility to create a sunbathing lounge, al fresco dining area, or private retreat with direct access to the pool.—
Bill Springer,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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Since April 1, the Brown County Jail has housed at least 45 ICE detainees, according to its public jail rosters.—
Sophie Carson,
jsonline.com,
24 July 2025
Noun
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Engelbert mentioned Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Africa as places that could have huge interest in the WNBA.—
Doug Feinberg,
Chicago Tribune,
20 July 2025
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The series ends with Turner quietly driving away from the park, leaving behind the place that shaped him.—
Allison DeGrushe Published,
EW.com,
19 July 2025
Noun
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The project needed $1,000 to furnish each apartment.—
Cathy Kozlowicz,
jsonline.com,
25 July 2025
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The film, which debuted at the 2024 South by Southwest Film Festival, follows eight Rhode Island artists who, in 2003, created a secret apartment in a hidden space within the Providence Place Mall and lived there for four years.—
Addie Morfoot,
Variety,
24 July 2025
Noun
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Indeed, France’s indiscipline was such that Germany had the best chance to win in normal time from the penalty spot.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
20 July 2025
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Sacramento has a chance to become the first team to win three Las Vegas Summer League championships.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
20 July 2025
Verb
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Instead, this bamboo foldable drying rack neatly folds out and can accommodate a full load of clothes.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
14 July 2025
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Its Bowery store is its largest at 3,000 square feet, accommodating about 45 people inside and 20 people outside.—
Gary Stern,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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“Room.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/room. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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