Residency

usgb/ˈrezɪdənsi/
noun

The period of time someone lives in a place.

I completed my residency in New York before moving to California.
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Often appears as...

  • complete a residency
  • during the residency
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Duration Specific

The term 'residency' implies a specific period of living somewhere, not permanent.

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My residency in Rome will last just three months.
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Not Vacation

'Residency' means living in an area, not visiting; it reflects some degree of routine life.

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She felt at home during her year-long residency in Paris.
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Local Involvement

Using 'residency' suggests some engagement with the local community or activities.

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His residency in the town involved volunteering at the local library.
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