White House

NOUN

residence of president of united states

Synonyms

WEAK

executive branch executive mansion official residence presidential mansion presidential palace

Example Sentences

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The event designed to simultaneously celebrate his 80th birthday and commemorate America’s 250th anniversary will take place in a massive octagon-shaped structure that has been erected on the South Lawn of the White House.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

White House communications aide Margo Martin posted a clip on X claiming, “Chants of ‘USA’ in Madison Square Garden!”

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

He continues to blare cast recordings at the White House to this day.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

Because the White House didn’t provide details on when the stealth operation began or the total volumes that have been moved, it’s not clear how many barrels have been escaping the strait each day.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Eisenhower stood on the White House lawn smiling for the cameras, but without joy, like a kid forced to pose for a family photo.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin