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downstairs

[doun-stairz, doun-stairz] / ˈdaʊnˈstɛərz, ˈdaʊnˌstɛərz /


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Pro tip: In the months leading up to the move, I also saved boxes from deliveries I received, instead of hauling them downstairs to the recycling bin.

From MarketWatch Aug. 11, 2026

When I moved into my Leimert Park apartment about two years ago, an older woman rushed downstairs to greet me.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 6, 2026

These connected to listening equipment downstairs in the servants' quarters, monitored day and night.

From Barron's Aug. 5, 2026

Out of loneliness, she becomes involved with her downstairs neighbor, a lovely but sinister musician.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 6, 2026

When I came downstairs into the kitchen the next morning, Peter was sitting at the table, a map open in front of him.

From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo




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