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as in huts
a small, simply constructed, and often temporary dwelling
a small cabin that hikers along the Appalachian Trail use for overnight stays
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as in chambers
one of the parts into which an enclosed space is divided
an airplane cabin
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Recent Examples of cabins
Connecting cabins are available.
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Chrissie McClatchie, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2026
The neighboring sister property Rustic Roots, offers additional space for up to 18 guests across eight simpler, more classic Alaska cabins.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 31 May 2026
On the shores of Table Rock Lake, the lodge offers a wide range of accommodations, ranging from guest rooms to private luxury cabins.
—Dave Parfitt, USA Today, 30 May 2026
Summer homes, fishing cabins and modest retreats gradually gave way to more ambitious estates.
—Spencer Elliott, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Sky Ridge Yurts is home to cabins and circular tents called yurts.
—Simone Jasper
may 28, Charlotte Observer, 28 May 2026
The spa The spa and treatment cabins, designed with traditional Mayan architecture in mind, are still undergoing construction but are expected to finish before November.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 May 2026
In the Midwest, the solemn reason for the day shares space with graduations and trips north to open up cabins, not to mention forays into gardening and house cleaning.
—Amy Lindgren, Twin Cities, 23 May 2026
Although, as usual, all available cabins for the next cruise were sold out while the ship was still out to sea for this one, the wait list is still an open option here.
—Essence, 2 Feb. 2025
Chrissie McClatchie, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2026
The neighboring sister property Rustic Roots, offers additional space for up to 18 guests across eight simpler, more classic Alaska cabins.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 31 May 2026
On the shores of Table Rock Lake, the lodge offers a wide range of accommodations, ranging from guest rooms to private luxury cabins.
—Dave Parfitt, USA Today, 30 May 2026
Summer homes, fishing cabins and modest retreats gradually gave way to more ambitious estates.
—Spencer Elliott, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Sky Ridge Yurts is home to cabins and circular tents called yurts.
—Simone Jasper
may 28, Charlotte Observer, 28 May 2026
The spa The spa and treatment cabins, designed with traditional Mayan architecture in mind, are still undergoing construction but are expected to finish before November.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 May 2026
In the Midwest, the solemn reason for the day shares space with graduations and trips north to open up cabins, not to mention forays into gardening and house cleaning.
—Amy Lindgren, Twin Cities, 23 May 2026
Although, as usual, all available cabins for the next cruise were sold out while the ship was still out to sea for this one, the wait list is still an open option here.
—Essence, 2 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cabins
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In Nepal, where menstruation stigma still leads some women and girls to be banished to mud huts during their periods, reusable cups have been life-changing.—
Tanya Benedicto Klich,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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All around the bar are tiki-esque touches, from bamboo huts to Polynesian statues.—
Rod Stafford Hagwood,
Sun Sentinel,
26 May 2026
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Since then, the hotel has grown exponentially in size and offering, from a weekend retreat of the family to a 14-room farmstay in 2010 with fruit and vegetable gardens to what is now 33 rooms and cottages spread across land that extends into the mountains.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Chef Devin Finigan runs an award-winning restaurant and a collection of nine cottages spread across the 21-acre waterfront property on Goose Cove.—
Jacqueline Dole,
Travel + Leisure,
31 May 2026
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The two chambers were at odds over certain provisions in the bill, including a ban on institutional investors, such as Blackstone, from purchasing single-family homes.—
Mabinty Quarshie,
The Washington Examiner,
30 May 2026
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Tensions mounted as the meeting went on, with council members calling multiple recesses and eventually clearing the chambers after shouting matches broke out.—
Sean Emery,
Oc Register,
29 May 2026
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Then there’s the financial (and administrative) obligation of patching together camps that cost hundreds of dollars per week, per child.—
Abby McCloskey,
Twin Cities,
4 June 2026
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These camps focus on helping kids develop useful skills including local wildlife tracking, science topics, robotics and developing video games.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
4 June 2026
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First is glycolic acid to exfoliate dead skin cells, soothing green tea extract to help with excess oils, coQ10 to improve texture, and vitamin C to fade dark spots.—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
31 May 2026
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Daraxonrasib targets a mutation in a gene called KRAS, which works like an on/off switch controlling how cells grow in the body.—
Erika Edwards,
NBC news,
31 May 2026
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Not only is the route loaded with some of the best seafood shacks in the state, but it’s also studded with antique shops, local makers, and boutique hotels that are worth the trip.—
Jacqueline Dole,
Travel + Leisure,
31 May 2026
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Bite Into a Burger Staunton offers an exciting diversity of wine bars, coffee shops, taco shacks, and tasting rooms, but don't miss their elevated burger joints.—
Erin Gifford,
Southern Living,
13 May 2026
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There are packs with smart compartments that make organization effortless, weather‑resistant builds that withstand unpredictable conditions, and lightweight designs that won’t slow you down on steep switchbacks.—
Paris Wilson,
Travel + Leisure,
30 May 2026
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This hanging feeder includes a baffle over its jelly dishes, nectar compartments, and orange holders—all of which are typically favorite foods for orioles.—
Brittany VanDerBill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 May 2026
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Normally, that water has been discharged into local creeks and bays.—
Michelle Hummel,
Fortune,
25 May 2026
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Normally, that water has been discharged into local creeks and bays.—
Michelle Hummel,
The Conversation,
22 May 2026
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“Cabins.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cabins. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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