at home
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in the place where one lives
- She planned to stay at home and rest after the long trip.
- You're more likely to reach her at home in the evenings.
- She planned to be at home all weekend to catch up on reading.
- They spent the weekend quietly at home.
- During the storm, everyone stayed at home for safety.
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in a position to receive and welcome visitors
- The senator was at home to constituents every Wednesday.
- He made it clear he would not be at home to anyone today.
- On weekends, she's usually at home to friends and neighbors.
- The ambassador is at home on Thursday evenings for receptions.
- The artist is only at home to invited guests during the exhibition season.
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within or relating to the place where one belongs or originated
- The company is thriving both at home and overseas.
- These issues are as urgent at home as they are internationally.
- Public reaction at home was mixed following the announcement.
- The band is just as popular at home as it is in Europe.
- Politicians must listen to concerns at home, not just those abroad.
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at a sports team's usual venue or home field
- The team is undefeated at home this season.
- They will face their rivals at home next weekend.
- Fans turned out in droves to support the team at home.
- We've had four consecutive wins at home.
- The crowd cheered louder when the team played at home.
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in a state of being relaxed or emotionally settled in a certain environment
- She seemed perfectly at home among strangers.
- He was instantly at home in the cozy cabin.
- Though new to the job, she acted at home from day one.
- He walked into the room as if he were at home.
- Even in a foreign country, she looked completely at home.
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used to show operating with ease and assurance in a skill, subject, or role
- She's at home when discussing complex legal theory.
- He felt at home handling the new equipment.
- The professor is most at home in front of a seminar.
- He's at home debating politics with anyone.
- They're at home using both digital and analog tools.
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used to refer to residing with one's parents, especially as an adult
- After college, he spent a year at home before finding work.
- Many young adults remain at home due to rising rent costs.
- She's finishing her internship while staying at home.
- He decided to live at home while saving for a mortgage.
- It's common in some cultures to stay at home until marriage.