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as in campsite
a place where a group of people live for a short time in tents or cabins
the war forced people to flee their homes and to live in crowded camps along the border
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as in to house
to provide with living quarters or shelter
some out-of-town delegates to the convention were camped in university dorms
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Recent Examples of camp
Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
Despite heroic acts of survival, 25 girls and two counselors died in the catastrophic flooding, as did camp co-owner Dick Eastland.
—Brian Brant, PEOPLE, 30 Apr. 2026
Phil Hay, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2026
According to a Padres spokesperson, who checked with the official scorer, the play was ruled a hit because Merrill was not camped out under the ball and was attempting to make a home run-robbing play.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
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Noun
Eventually the boys split into two camps, paranoia runs rampant and deadly violence ensues.
—Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
Despite heroic acts of survival, 25 girls and two counselors died in the catastrophic flooding, as did camp co-owner Dick Eastland.
—Brian Brant, PEOPLE, 30 Apr. 2026
Verb
Rayo’s supporters have been camping out overnight for tickets.
—Phil Hay, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2026
According to a Padres spokesperson, who checked with the official scorer, the play was ruled a hit because Merrill was not camped out under the ball and was attempting to make a home run-robbing play.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for camp
Noun
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And when a big rainstorm hits, there are issues with flooding because the campsite is set in a bowl shape that pools water.—
Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
2 May 2026
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Some campsites even have pools and Jacuzzis.—
Nina Ruggiero,
Travel + Leisure,
1 May 2026
Noun
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There are many charter boat tours and even a floating tiki hut adventure that also encourage humans to bring their pets.—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
2 May 2026
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One such example was a fisher-hunter-gatherer base camp of six huts on the shore of Israel’s Sea of Galilee dating back 23,000 years.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 May 2026
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Case in point, the resort just celebrated its 100th birthday with a complete top-to-bottom renovation of the 54-key hotel and 11 on-site cottages, including a new artist-in-residency program and airy interiors paying homage to the island's basket-weaving and seafaring heritage.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 May 2026
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To get to the cottage from the National Mall, visitors will either need to drive, hire a car or take public transportation.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
3 May 2026
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Housing advocates maintain the policy kept families housed, noting a significant spike in evictions after the moratorium ended.—
Michael Casey,
Fortune,
3 May 2026
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Most were last housed within just a few miles of here.—
Zeynep Portway,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 May 2026
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This advertised butt jokes, campy fight montages and sinister Seth Rogen laughs.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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Double points are warranted for her almost campy, hyper-literal approach two years in a row.—
Alexandra Hildreth,
Vogue,
28 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Last year, the city worked with consultants from Moffatt & Nichol to do a vulnerability study to determine the risks to the campgrounds from sea level rise.—
Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
2 May 2026
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Any state park campground would make an ideal choice for a camping getaway in the Keys.—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
2 May 2026
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In fact, many passengers unknowingly make small mistakes in premium cabins that can affect both their own comfort and the overall flight experience.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Travel + Leisure,
2 May 2026
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Known for its pristine beaches and stargazing opportunities, the park is a perfect place to camp right on the water, though dogs are not allowed on the beaches or in cabins.—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
2 May 2026
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According to the Department of Homeland Security, ICE has already lodged a detainer request to keep Tortolero-Arriechi in custody — a request that now hangs in the balance in a state that has repeatedly clashed with federal immigration enforcement.—
Peter D'Abrosca , Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
1 May 2026
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In January 2025, Scott lodged a complaint about Ghoreishi and Khorsand with the Rhode Island Department of Health accusing them of Munchausen syndrome by proxy (now formally known as factitious disorder imposed on another) against both his wife and daughter.—
Juliet Pennington,
PEOPLE,
1 May 2026
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“Camp.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/camp. Accessed 6 May. 2026.
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