White House

noun

1. the official Washington residence of the president of the US

2. the US presidency

White House

1. The mansion of the president of the United States in Washington, D.C. The White House contains reception and dining rooms, living quarters for the president and the president's family, the president's Oval Office, and offices for the presidential staff.

Example Sentences

At the direction of the White House, Republican leadership continues to press Republican members to oppose efforts to release the files.

From Los Angeles Times

The White House this year laid off or bought out nearly 5,000 Forest Service employees as part of its broader move to restructure the federal government to reduce waste and save taxpayers’ money.

From Los Angeles Times

A White House official confirmed to the BBC that the president was expected to attend.

From BBC

Speaking to broadcaster CNBC, White House economic adviser Kevin Hasset conceded that the August jobs numbers were "disappointing" but said he expected revisions in future months would present a better picture.

From BBC

The White House insisted the timing was merely a coincidence and the display was to honor Karol Nawrocki, the far-right Polish president who was visiting Wednesday.

From Salon