Verbs for Accommodation · Verbs: Existence Action

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

"They billet the soldiers."

"During the war, local families were asked to billet refugees, providing them with shelter and food."

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

"We quarter the guests."

"The university decided to quarter the visiting scholars in the newly renovated dormitory for the duration of their research stay."

to live in a particular place

"They dwell in peace."

"For centuries, the nomadic tribes have chosen to dwell in the vast, open plains, following the herds across the landscape."

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

"We room together now."

"As college students on a tight budget, they decided to room together in a small apartment to save money."

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

"Settlers populated the new land."

"The new housing development will populate the previously empty area with thousands of new residents over the next few years."

to stay or reside temporarily in a place

"We sojourn in Paris."

"They decided to sojourn in the quiet countryside for a month to escape the city's noise."

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

"We can accommodate you."

"The hotel was able to accommodate our large group with adjoining rooms and a private dining area."

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

"They will house us."

"The generous family offered to house the refugees until they could find permanent accommodation."

to provide a safe place for a person

"They will harbor him."

"The secluded cove was known to harbor smugglers and their illicit cargo for many years."

to reside in a specific place

"Birds inhabit the trees."

"These remote islands are home to a unique species of bird that exclusively inhabits the dense, tropical rainforests found there."

to live in a specific place

"She resides in a small apartment downtown."

"The famous author resides in a small coastal town where she finds peace and inspiration for her writing."

to have your home somewhere specific

"I live here."

"They decided to live in a small cottage nestled deep within the enchanting forest."

to live temporarily outdoors, often in a tent or camper

"We will camp tonight."

"The adventurous hikers decided to camp by the serene lake, enjoying the tranquility of nature."

to offer a place to stay or provide accommodation for someone

"They will lodge us."

"The mountain inn was pleased to lodge the weary travelers after their long and arduous journey."

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

"We will board here."

"Students often board at the university during the academic year, paying for their meals and rooms."

to build a nest or live in it

"Birds nest in trees."

"Many species of migratory birds will nest in the same locations year after year."

to live in a place that is either rented or owned

"They will occupy it."

"The new tenants were excited to officially occupy the spacious apartment they had recently rented."

to live or stay in a particular place

"We will abide here."

"The hermit chose to abide in the remote wilderness, seeking solitude and peace away from civilization."

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

"They plan to move in together next month."

"The young couple decided to move in together after dating for two years to save money on rent."

to become familiar and at ease in a new environment

"Settle in your new home."

"It took her a few weeks to truly settle in and feel comfortable in her new apartment."