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Verbs of Existence and Action - Verbs for Accommodation

Here you will learn some English verbs referring to accommodation such as "reside", "harbor", and "camp".

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Categorized English Verbs of Existence and Action
to accommodate

to provide a place for someone to stay and sleep, usually in a house, hotel, or other lodging facility

Ex: The beach resort can accommodate hundreds of guests during the holiday season .
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to house
to house
[Verb]

to provide accommodation for someone, typically by giving them a place to live

Ex: During the winter months , the shelter opens its doors to house those seeking warmth and safety .
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to billet
to billet
[Verb]

to provide lodging, especially for military personnel, typically in civilian homes or non-military facilities

Ex: Civilians were asked to billet soldiers during the emergency .
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to quarter

to provide someone with a place to live, typically for a temporary or specific period

Ex: The school district will quarter teachers in nearby apartments to address the housing shortage in the area .
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to harbor
to harbor
[Verb]

to provide a safe place for a person

Ex: They were accused of harboring an illegal immigrant for years .
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to inhabit

to reside in a specific place

Ex: The desert is sparsely inhabited due to its harsh climate .
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to reside
to reside
[Verb]

to live in a specific place

Ex: The diplomat and his family temporarily reside in the embassy compound .
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to live
to live
[Verb]

to have your home somewhere specific

Ex: Despite the challenges, they choose to live in a rural community for a slower pace of life.
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to dwell
to dwell
[Verb]

to live in a particular place

Ex: In the bustling city , millions of people dwell in high-rise apartments , creating a vibrant urban community .
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to room
to room
[Verb]

to live or stay in the same room or housing with another person

Ex: He did n’t mind rooming with his teammates during the basketball tournament .
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to camp
to camp
[Verb]

to live temporarily outdoors, often in a tent or camper

Ex: They chose to camp in a meadow surrounded by wildflowers, creating a picturesque setting for their outdoor adventure.
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to lodge
to lodge
[Verb]

to offer a place to stay or provide accommodation for someone

Ex: The company provided temporary accommodation for its employees by lodging them in furnished apartments .
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to board
to board
[Verb]

to stay or reside in a place, usually by paying for accommodations

Ex: The elderly woman chose to board in an assisted living facility that offered both companionship and care .
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to nest
to nest
[Verb]

to build a nest or live in it

Ex: The pair of lovebirds meticulously worked together to nest in the hollow of a tree .
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to occupy
to occupy
[Verb]

to live in a place that is either rented or owned

Ex: After retiring , they decided to occupy a beachfront condo .
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to populate

(of individuals or communities) to be present in a particular area

Ex: The tourist season significantly increases the number of people populating the charming seaside resort .
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to sojourn

to stay or reside temporarily in a place

Ex: To escape the city life , the couple planned to sojourn in a secluded cabin in the woods for a peaceful weekend getaway .
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to abide
to abide
[Verb]

to live or stay in a particular place

Ex: During the summer months , numerous vacationers choose to abide in beachfront cottages , enjoying the sun and sea .
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to move in

to begin to live in a new house or work in a new office

Ex: They plan to move in to the new office by the end of the year .
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to settle in

to become familiar and at ease in a new environment

Ex: The initial nervousness disappeared as they began to settle in and explore their new surroundings .
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