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
Carter has to hide behind pieces of waist-high cover and move around Simms, who patrols the corridors of the ship, to try and make it to his destination.
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Echo Apsey, Space.com, 9 Sep. 2025
The Four Seasons’ other French property, in the ski destination of Megève in the French Alps, is the dark horse in this race, but fans of The White Lotus have come to expect surprises.
—Spencer Whaley, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
The resort feels like a wholesome Dirty Dancing family destination or the summer camp from The Marvelous Miss Maisel, with a plethora of wholesome, fun activities to keep any age busy.
—Elliott Harrell, Southern Living, 9 Sep. 2025
But this study shows the problem is widespread, and even in states not typically thought of as retirement destinations, such as Indiana and Oklahoma.
—Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
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Echo Apsey, Space.com, 9 Sep. 2025
The Four Seasons’ other French property, in the ski destination of Megève in the French Alps, is the dark horse in this race, but fans of The White Lotus have come to expect surprises.
—Spencer Whaley, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
The resort feels like a wholesome Dirty Dancing family destination or the summer camp from The Marvelous Miss Maisel, with a plethora of wholesome, fun activities to keep any age busy.
—Elliott Harrell, Southern Living, 9 Sep. 2025
But this study shows the problem is widespread, and even in states not typically thought of as retirement destinations, such as Indiana and Oklahoma.
—Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for destination
Noun
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Duncan Wanblad, chief executive of Anglo, will take the top job and Anglo Teck while Teck’s chief executive Jonathan Price, will be his deputy.—
Tim Treadgold,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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That’s when Billy Napier accepted the Florida job.—
Maddie Hartley,
Kansas City Star,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Barrett's clear statement on the 22nd Amendment carries significant weight given her position on the Supreme Court, which would likely be asked to rule on any attempt to circumvent the two-term limit.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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At home, consciously shape algorithm interactions to reflect your preferences and ethical positions.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The glamorous look is more daring than Robbie's usual red carpet choices, but stands out as a striking entry in the naked dress trend.—
Charles Trepany,
USA Today,
13 Sep. 2025
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The choice is still ours to make.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Customers can wrap the truck’s exterior paneling in a color or print of their choosing, as well as customize lighting and tires, and even convert the two-passenger flat bed truck into a 5-person SUV.—
Jessica Mathews,
Fortune,
10 Sep. 2025
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To the extent that a reader has any questions regarding the applicability of any specific issue discussed above to his/her individual situation, he/she is encouraged to consult with the professional advisor of his/her choosing, including a tax advisor and/or attorney.—
Steve Hruby,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Daniel Lindblade has been in the city for 18 years and isn’t surprised by the selection.—
Michael Butler,
Miami Herald,
9 Sep. 2025
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Customers may purchase or rent a selection of media titles from Prime Video without having an Amazon Prime or Prime Video account.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Pritzker is likely to run for the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination in the tough-on-Trump lane.—
W. James Antle III,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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To the dismay of party insiders, Anderson slipped through the 1994 Republican primary to win the GOP nomination for state attorney general.—
Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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With less than two months out to Election Day, this year's elections -- ranging from hot-button mayoral and gubernatorial contests to a vote over new congressional maps -- are set to ramp up as candidates begin to make their final pitches to voters.—
Grace Sandman,
ABC News,
8 Sep. 2025
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The county Board of Supervisors directed the changes in response to concerns that had long existed for a small faction of grassroots activists but took on new fervor after the 2024 election — when voters installed three new Republican members of the board.—
Taylor Seely,
AZCentral.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The magnificent colors of fall foliage, apple picking and pumpkin patches on local farms and the return of high school football.—
Erik Anderson,
Boston Herald,
4 Sep. 2025
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Baskets will be provided for produce picking.—
Lorenza Medley,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Sep. 2025
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“Destination.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/destination. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.
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