house-to-house
AmericanEtymology
Origin of house-to-house
First recorded in 1855–60
Example Sentences
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Police said a dedicated team of officers had been assigned to the case, and were carrying out CCTV, house-to-house and forensic inquires.
From BBC ● Sep. 7, 2026
Bethan's home life didn't ring any immediate alarm bells, but house-to-house inquiries cast doubt over Andrews' story.
From BBC ● Mar. 7, 2026
They also made about 8,000 house-to-house inquiries and 2,000 statements.
From BBC ● Jun. 30, 2025
"Officers have been undertaking increased weapons searches, reassurance patrols and house-to-house inquiries," she said.
From BBC ● Jan. 14, 2025
Meanwhile, we have to lay low, not a peep from us, as the SIM close in with their house-to-house searches.
From "Before We Were Free" by Julia Alvarez
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