Example Sentences

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The standard homestead exemption knocks $2,000 off the assessed value of all primary residences.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 15, 2026

"Given the surrounding residences, the accident could have been far more tragic," said Contreiras.

From Barron's • Jun. 14, 2026

It is the first report into royal residences in 20 years and shows Mountbatten-Windsor and his family and staff had 12 properties, owned by the Crown Estate or the Royal Household.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

There are already stricter rent increase caps for many residences, depending on the location, type and age of the building.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

There were no streetlights to dim in Souilly to protect the town from bombs; many of the residences appeared to have no electricity at all.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse