destination

noun

Definition of destinationnext
as in job
a duty that is given to a person; a post to which someone is appointed A destination as department chair was her reward for years of dedicated service.

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Recent Examples of destination JapanLA, a longtime destination for Hello Kitty and kawaii culture, found new life on TikTok Shop, turning livestreams into millions in sales. — Iris Kwok, Los Angeles Times, 4 Sep. 2026 Where to find specific deals this shoulder season Going’s intel shows that a handful of destinations have a better chance of offering flight deals this fall. — Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Sep. 2026 Hellebuyck is also not trying to cherry-pick a destination or three using his full no-movement clause, which has become a recent league trend. — James Mirtle, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026 For the ultra-wealthy, superyachts offer a rare combination of luxury and privacy, essentially serving as floating mansions that can travel from one exclusive destination to another. — Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 4 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for destination
Recent Examples of Synonyms for destination
  1. job
  2. position
  3. choice
  4. choosing
  5. selection
  6. nomination
  7. election
  8. picking
Noun
  • In April, Flock Safety opened a 97,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Smyrna that is intended to create more than 200 jobs over the next three years as part of a $10 million investment.
    — Irene Wright, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2026
  • The Giants are entrusting Bryce Eldridge, their 21-year-old rookie, with the job of protecting Devers in the lineup.
    — Andrew Baggarly, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of job
Noun
  • Civilian specialists The 583rd Missile Maintenance Squadron occupies an unusual position within the Air Force’s nuclear mission.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 5 Sep. 2026
  • Racing In third position earlier in the evening, the Allan McNish, Dindo Capello and Emanuele Pirro Audi R10 went on to win the 11th running of the Petit Le Mans road race at Road Atlanta in 2008.
    — Chris Teague, AJC.com, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of position
Noun
  • Nick Pope is also still on Tyneside, even though he has been relegated to third-choice goalkeeper and was made available.
    — George Caulkin, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2026
  • That choice could help Antares avoid developing every component specifically for nuclear use.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of choice
Noun
  • Some screenings will be paired with a film of the band’s choosing.
    — Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 1 Sep. 2026
  • In the series, 12 Golden Ticket winners will traverse challenges in Wonka’s factory alongside a partner of their choosing, just like in the film.
    — Madeleine Janz, PEOPLE, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of choosing
Noun
  • Stribling’s second-round selection by the 49ers was one of the biggest discussion topics among draft media and personalities this offseason, many of whom considered the pick a reach.
    — Jourdan Rodrigue, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Art Marroquin, spokesman for the Port of Long Beach, said the two ports are still engaged in a competitive selection process for a short line rail operator and declined further comment.
    — John Lippert, Chicago Tribune, 6 Sep. 2026
Definition of selection
Noun
  • That message helped inspire her own trailblazing political career that eventually led her to become the first female presidential candidate to win a major party’s nomination during the 2016 election cycle.
    — Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Sep. 2026
  • The council then has the final say in approving — or rejecting — Lucas’ nomination.
    — Dylan Lysen, Kansas City Star, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of nomination
Noun
  • There have been some limited cases in which noncitizens have been criminally charged for voting or attempting to vote, including in Michigan, but it's been rare and not thought to have altered the outcome of any elections.
    — Todd Spangler, Freep.com, 4 Sep. 2026
  • The prime minister raised the death toll to 141 amid conflicting intelligence accounts, mounting humanitarian strain in Ceuta and opposition calls for his resignation and early elections ahead of a national vote next year.
    — Suman Naishadham, Los Angeles Times, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of election
Noun
  • Don’t miss apple picking from century-old orchards at Robinette’s Apple Haus and Winery.
    — Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Sep. 2026
  • From leaf-peeping in the Adirondacks to apple picking in Georgia, these destinations showcase the best of fall family travel.
    — Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of picking

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“Destination.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/destination. Accessed 8 Sep. 2026.

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