the living

noun

: people who are alive
the living and the dead
The world belongs to the living.

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Insider tip Take the living room stairs up to the second floor where a secluded lounge area awaits. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026 The main floor has an open floor plan with the kitchen opening to the living and dining areas, great for entertaining. — Kaitlyn Keegan, Hartford Courant, 1 Aug. 2026 From her son's income, she's changed the flooring from cement to gleaming white tiles, added plenty of new wardrobes, a television and a small altar in the corner of the living room. — Kamala Thiagarajan, NPR, 1 Aug. 2026 The gentle curves feel whimsical enough for a playroom yet polished enough for the living room. — Vy Yang, Architectural Digest, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for the living

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“The living.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20living. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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