room and board

Example Sentences

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If you decide to save for education, either now or in the future, a tax-advantaged 529 account can help cover expenses such as tuition, fees, books and room and board.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

She provided room and board in return for manual labour and help around the house.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

Most private colleges charge in the neighborhood of $90,000 for tuition, room and board, books, and other fees.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 28, 2026

Domestic service was the largest urban occupation at midcentury, dominated by Irish immigrant women who received room and board and could save significant amounts.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 30, 2025

It would provide full funding for me to study at Cambridge, including tuition, room and board.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover