residential area

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Since our initial investigation, BBC Verify has confirmed additional footage that shows there were three separate strikes on a sports hall, a residential area and near an educational centre in Lamerd that day.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Meanwhile, a few young people crowded in front of the campus residential area to retrieve their belongings.

From Barron's • Feb. 11, 2026

With Reyna giving directions, Rodriguez said he drove to a residential area and parked.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 29, 2026

Saks was among the first large retailers to locate in what was then primarily a residential area, not far from the Vanderbilt and Astor mansions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 14, 2026

Because Abel had started running an unlicensed business in a residential area, one of the neighbors filed a petition to get rid of us.

From "Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood" by Trevor Noah