belongings
Britishplural noun
Example Sentences
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The MV Hondius will then continue to the Netherlands, where the body and the person's belongings will be disinfected before being removed.
From BBC • May 9, 2026
The shift from removing tents and personal belongings to sheltering people resolves a fight over the city’s committment to “resolve” thousands of encampments.
From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026
Many parents say they keep vigil at night to protect their children and belongings from invading animals.
From BBC • May 2, 2026
Those crews frequently seize and destroy tents and other belongings, including medicine and identification cards, she said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
We emptied our pillowcases passing out our few belongings among those who had to stay.
From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom
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