stairs
Britishplural noun
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a flight of steps leading from one storey or level to another, esp indoors
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in the servants' quarters; in domestic service
Example Sentences
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Gabi and I climb the stairs and have a quick look at the rooms.
From Literature
A spokesperson for United said in an email statement all passengers exited the plane via slides and stairs, and were bused to the airport terminals.
From Los Angeles Times
As I started down the school’s front stairs, Oliver fell into step with me.
From Literature
Rounding the corner, I hurried up the narrow stairs toward the second floor.
From Literature
The actor added that he imagined turning the fictional home into a “movie fun house” where people could sled down the stairs just like Kevin does in the movie.
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