belonging
noun
be·long·ing
bi-ˈlȯŋ-iŋ 
bē-
1
: possession
—usually used in plural
2
: close or intimate relationship
a sense of belonging
belongingness
noun
Synonyms
Examples of belonging in a Sentence
the warm welcome they received from the community gave them a sense of belonging
packed up all their belongings and moved across the country
Recent Examples on the Web
Putting your belongings in the overhead luggage rack can cause your car to drag, reducing fuel efficiency.
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Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 23 May 2024
The bag comes with a roomy interior to hold your belongings, and a drawstring closure to securely store everything.
—Gabriella Maestri, Travel + Leisure, 21 May 2024
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Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 23 May 2024
The bag comes with a roomy interior to hold your belongings, and a drawstring closure to securely store everything.
—Gabriella Maestri, Travel + Leisure, 21 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for belonging
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“Belonging.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/belonging. Accessed 29 May. 2024.
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