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housebound

[hous-bound] / ˈhaʊsˌbaʊnd /
ADJECTIVE
confined to one's home.
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The series quickly found a following among budget-conscious cooks, and became even more popular during the pandemic when the housebound masses had few options besides cooking at home.

From The Wall Street Journal Nov. 28, 2025

At its heart is a will-they-won't-they romantic connection between Wood's housebound character Evie and her best friend, barrister Noa, played by Nabhaan Rizwaan.

From BBC Sep. 29, 2025

In addition to the migraines, Chesson developed heart arrhythmias and severe sensitivity to lights, sound and everyday chemicals that have kept her largely housebound.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 14, 2025

Now the Barnetts cannot afford to fix their car or use Uber more than sparingly, leaving them effectively housebound.

From Salon Nov. 18, 2024

For days on end they were virtually housebound, venturing out only to coal-bins or right next door for the trading of vital foodstuffs.

From "Sula" by Toni Morrison




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