White House
Britishnoun
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the official Washington residence of the president of the US
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the US presidency
Example Sentences
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The White House and Vought’s office declined to comment, but the administration has argued the agency was needlessly aggressive and wasteful.
From Salon • Apr. 12, 2026
The order also calls on the federal district court Judge Richard Leon to clarify questions on White House safety and security raised in earlier proceedings.
From Barron's • Apr. 12, 2026
Kennedy, who once took shots of raw milk at the White House alongside a wellness influencer, stopped publicly championing the product.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026
President Donald Trump welcomed them home and said the entire trip had been "spectacular", repeating an invitation for them to visit the White House.
From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026
News of the successful trade reached the White House a little before 3:00 a.m., local time.
From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin
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