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as in cell
one of the parts into which an enclosed space is divided
if the camera doesn't work, check to see that the battery has been properly installed in its chamber
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as in organization
a group of persons formally joined together for some common interest
joined the local chamber of commerce
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as in to house
to provide with living quarters or shelter
chambered the lost hikers in the barn until the next morning
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Recent Examples of chamber
Mary Divine, Twin Cities, 3 Feb. 2025
While the majority party is historically at a disadvantage during midterm elections, Democrats face a taxing path to reclaiming a Senate majority, needing to flip four seats to reclaim power in the upper chamber.
—Emily Hallas, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 1 Feb. 2025
Dave Hurteau, Field & Stream, 4 July 2024
While the rifle is chambered for .30-06 Springfield ammunition, agents also believe whoever is responsible used their own reloaded ammo marked with red/orange paint on the bottom of their cartridges, officials said.
—Brooke Baitinger, Sacramento Bee, 9 May 2024
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Noun
The current council chambers will be remodeled to create new office space for the city administrator, along with a smaller conference room meeting space.
—Mary Divine, Twin Cities, 3 Feb. 2025
While the majority party is historically at a disadvantage during midterm elections, Democrats face a taxing path to reclaiming a Senate majority, needing to flip four seats to reclaim power in the upper chamber.
—Emily Hallas, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 1 Feb. 2025
Verb
In 1936, Remington beefed up the stock, added the .300 Savage chambering, and renamed it the Model 81 Woodsmaster, a name retained for its eventual replacement, the 740 Woodsmaster.
—Dave Hurteau, Field & Stream, 4 July 2024
While the rifle is chambered for .30-06 Springfield ammunition, agents also believe whoever is responsible used their own reloaded ammo marked with red/orange paint on the bottom of their cartridges, officials said.
—Brooke Baitinger, Sacramento Bee, 9 May 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for chamber
Noun
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Land Speed Record, named for the amphetamines that fueled Hüsker Dü’s first West coast tour, was recorded at the end of the tour at 7th Street Entry, the smaller of the two rooms at Minneapolis’s iconic club First Avenue.—
Al Shipley,
SPIN,
4 Feb. 2025
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Specifically geared toward relaxing and entertaining, the lower level is highlighted by a game room and a plush screening room that seats at least 10.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
4 Feb. 2025
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The move could mark a pivotal shift in mobile connectivity, bridging the gap between traditional cell networks and satellite technology to ensure seamless coverage anywhere on Earth.—
Harshita Mary Varghese,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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As retinol promotes cell turnover and improves skin texture, a combination of glycolic and mandelic acids exfoliates the look of skin for a smoother texture.—
Jennifer Hussein,
Allure,
8 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The White House froze hundreds of billions of dollars in federal grants, then rescinded the order, then said the order still stood, leaving thousands of organizations in limbo.—
Allison Morrow,
CNN,
4 Feb. 2025
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Trump’s decision to appoint the combative Republican lawmaker Elise Stefanik as his UN ambassador suggests that the president wants to take an adversarial stance toward the organization.—
JORGE G. CASTAÑEDA,
Foreign Affairs,
4 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Much of Friedrich’s work is housed in Europe, so this is a rare opportunity to assess him in full.—
Jerry Saltz,
Vulture,
7 Feb. 2025
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Part of demonstrating that the community cares is by providing a modern facility to house those experiencing homelessness.—
Graham P. Johnson,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Spending time at his family cabin was Jim’s favorite happy place, either alone or especially with family.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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The first one had taken hold 30 years earlier, on the drive to his old Pinetop-Lakeside cabin.—
Justine Harman,
Vulture,
6 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The Governors Award for education, technology and innovation went to Texas A&M University’s virtual production institute.—
Carolyn Giardina,
Variety,
7 Feb. 2025
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The finding appears in the institute’s 2024 Spending in Retirement Survey, published in November.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA TODAY,
6 Feb. 2025
Verb
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These tall and thin glasses offer enough capacity to accommodate the right alcohol to mixer ratio and have a subtle elegance that a pint glass just can’t match.—
BestReviews,
The Mercury News,
10 Feb. 2025
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Although it’s sold as a single stroller, the Vista V3 can accommodate up to three children at once by snapping on an additional seat below the first and a ride-on board to the back frame (each sold separately).—
Laura Lu, MS,
Parents,
9 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Flying Whales The huge cargo hold will be built as a structural compartment in the belly of the ship, with a dual sliding door system for loading and unloading cargo via hydraulic cables without the vessel having to land.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
6 Feb. 2025
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Multiple compartments offer ample room for your wallet’s regular contents, while a snap pouch secures your phone during travel days or sightseeing excursions.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Feb. 2025
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“Chamber.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chamber. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.
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