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house guest

British

noun

a guest at a house, esp one who stays for a comparatively long time

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Example Sentences

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Built in 1936 to house guests visiting the country’s first destination ski resort, it’s an expansive grand dame.

From The Wall Street Journal

"The truth is, it's not about morality, it's about functionality. Does your home work for you? Not some hypothetical house guest that is coming to inspect your closet."

From Salon

“Her two brothers were house guests, and it’s tragic. That’s it.”

From Seattle Times

If you can, prioritize cozy — such as the gas fireplace-equipped suites at Tucker House Inn and Harrison House, or the saltwater hot tub available to Lakedale Resort’s log cabins and lake house guests.

From Seattle Times

They annoyed my family members and house guests.

From Washington Post

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