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residential

[rez-i-den-shuhl] / ˌrɛz ɪˈdɛn ʃəl /
ADJECTIVE
characterized by private, as opposed to commercial, dwellings
Synonyms
STRONGEST
residentiary
WEAK
Antonyms
STRONGEST
nonresidential
WEAK


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Jersey's high value residency programme, external grants residential status to highly skilled and economically active high net worth individuals.

From BBC ● Oct. 9, 2026

Thousands of Russian workers have spent years building and installing equipment, with a residential complex, shops and restaurants springing up around them.

From Barron's ● Oct. 7, 2026

The main residential parcel encompasses approximately 4.2 acres, offering sweeping water views and plenty of privacy.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 6, 2026

Farther east, debris from an intercepted missile has fallen in a residential area.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 4, 2026

“You can also decide to put Melody in a residential facility where she can be cared for and kept comfortable.”

From "Out of My Mind" by Sharon M. Draper



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