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as in house
the place where one lives
as long as you're living under my roof, you'll obey my rules
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as in to house
to provide with living quarters or shelter
fed and roofed the emergency volunteers for a week
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Recent Examples of roof
Joshua Rhett Miller, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 July 2025
On July 13, 2024, Trump was speaking at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, when a shooter on a nearby roof opened fire, hitting Trump in the ear and killing one attendee.
—Kinsey Crowley, USA Today, 12 July 2025
Michael Russo, New York Times, 21 May 2025
Diane Hendricks of roofing giant ABC Supply grew up as one of nine sisters on a dairy farm in Wisconsin.
—Julie Goldenberg, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
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Noun
Last July 13, just six minutes into Trump's speech to 15,000 fervent fans on the grounds of the Butler Farm Show, Thomas Matthew Crooks fired eight shots from an assault rifle while atop the roof of American Glass Research, some 150 yards away.
—Joshua Rhett Miller, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 July 2025
On July 13, 2024, Trump was speaking at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, when a shooter on a nearby roof opened fire, hitting Trump in the ear and killing one attendee.
—Kinsey Crowley, USA Today, 12 July 2025
Verb
After Aho was called for a retaliatory roughing penalty on Anton Lundell, Verhaeghe posted up like a basketball player and roofed a backhander past Freddie Andersen under the bar for a 1-0 lead — his 31st career playoff goal in 82 games.
—Michael Russo, New York Times, 21 May 2025
Diane Hendricks of roofing giant ABC Supply grew up as one of nine sisters on a dairy farm in Wisconsin.
—Julie Goldenberg, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for roof
Noun
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The half tester canopy brings another layer of softness to the bed.—
Kathryn O'Shea-Evans,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 July 2025
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The reception décor also included a canopy of greenery, which hung over the tables with subtle drop lights made by Technical Event Company.—
Daniela Avila,
People.com,
9 July 2025
Noun
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The cat spooks, darting under a pile of debris that was once a house.—
Kat Lonsdorf,
NPR,
12 July 2025
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Meanwhile, videos circulating on social media show a house being swept up in the surge in Ruidoso as rushing waters tore through previously burn-scarred terrain from wildfires.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 July 2025
Verb
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If the sky becomes threatening and thunder can be heard, find a safe place to shelter.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
10 July 2025
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Most of the victims were internally displaced people sheltering at a nearby Catholic mission, many of them women and children.—
Chicago Tribune,
Twin Cities,
10 July 2025
Noun
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Just remember, tents do not offer protection from lightning.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
14 July 2025
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The company’s minimal-footprint temporary camp provides eight private, heated tent cabins.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Take a look at what’s coming next Here are the highlights: Redevelopment plans: The new Sunset Place will consist of seven towers ranging from 12 to 33 stories, including 1,513 residences, a 287-room hotel and a 1,300-seat movie theater.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
9 July 2025
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The results encompass private residences in the Hamptons, New York City, and Los Angeles, hospitality projects in Hong Kong, and spas in Miami.—
Dan Howarth,
Architectural Digest,
7 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
Noun
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Homemade bookcases went from floor to ceiling, with albums across the bottom row.—
Rebecca Chace
July 14,
Literary Hub,
14 July 2025
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Lie on your back with arms extended straight toward the ceiling and knees bent at 90 degrees.—
Jakob Roze,
Health,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Brodeur’s project — which will create 48 dwelling units for veterans in Orlando — is definitely good news.—
Orlando Sentinel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 July 2025
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The compact dwelling maximizes its limited footprint with space-saving design, though still had to make some compromises.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
30 June 2025
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“Roof.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/roof. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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