doorstep

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People left flowers on his doorstep and sent his family notes of sympathy and solidarity.

From Slate • Apr. 19, 2026

Mr. McCarthy arrives on his doorstep at what is clearly not an ideal moment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

Neutrality makes economic sense for Pakistan, which relies on oil and gas imports through the Strait of Hormuz and wants to avoid getting dragged into further conflict on its doorstep.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

Not long afterward, federal agents appeared on his doorstep to question him in person.

From Salon • Mar. 12, 2026

Nearly an hour later, I found myself at the doorstep of a stately two-story brownstone.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros