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dormitory

[dawr-mi-tawr-ee, -tohr-ee] / ˈdɔr mɪˌtɔr i, -ˌtoʊr i /
NOUN
living quarters
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"There are no military facilities, special services, or related services near the dormitory," he added.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

Paul Flores was the last person seen with Smart as the two walked toward her dormitory at Cal State San Luis Obispo after a 1996 Memorial Day weekend party.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

In 2001, when St. Michael’s wanted to borrow $9 million to build a new dormitory, Moody’s told prospective lenders that the institution was creditworthy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

She also alleged that the staff member would come into their dormitory room, an allegation repeated by Miyu and the third trainee the BBC interviewed.

From BBC • Feb. 6, 2026

At night the barracks dormitory was glaring, crowded, and noisy.

From "The Left Hand of Darkness" by Ursula K. Le Guin




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