take up residence
Example Sentences
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The birds were the first to take up residence in the area as a result of the project led by charity Birds of Poole Harbour.
From BBC β Jul. 15, 2026
The monks who were previously housed at the ranch noted online that they are still looking for a new property at which to take up residence.
From MarketWatch β Mar. 24, 2026
Marthy, who has been living with Chris on the coal barge he works on, agrees to vamoose so Anna can take up residence there.
From The Wall Street Journal β Dec. 14, 2025
He said that, several months ago, squatters backed a moving truck up to the home, apparently ready to take up residence.
From Los Angeles Times β Sep. 30, 2024
“Just a rumor. And it’s not as if Wylan left home to take up residence with a lover.”
From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo
