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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 destinations
During the gala the ministry of tourism also celebrated the launch of burgeoning destinations, major developments, and new hotels throughout the country, including in Miches, Punta Bergantín, Samaná, Santo Domingo, and Santiago.
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Condé Nast Traveler, 11 June 2026
Across the region, these destinations offer a deeper understanding of the people and events that shaped the nation.
—Usa Today Network, USA Today, 10 June 2026
And the collection will be available at resort destinations of Cannes, Saint-Tropez and Bodrum.
—Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 10 June 2026
Hotels and resorts are converting traditional spas into health and longevity destinations, offering fitness assessments, sleep tracking and structured longevity programs that promise to reduce stress and support healthier aging.
—Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 10 June 2026
More than 100,000 soldiers, marines, National Guard and police officers were expected to be deployed across the three Mexican host cities — Mexico City, Guadalajara and Monterrey — as well as in major tourist destinations during the World Cup.
—ABC News, 10 June 2026
The airline provides flights for more than 170 destinations in 27 countries at CLT through its global network.
—Dj Simmons, Charlotte Observer, 10 June 2026
Cassis Sandwiched between Marseille and Toulon in Provence lies the tiny town of Cassis, which often gets overlooked for other glitzier south of France coastal destinations (here's looking at you, Saint-Tropez).
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 3 June 2026
Chinese consumers have traded in gas-guzzling cars for electric vehicles and public transportation and switched international travel for nearby destinations.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 3 June 2026
Condé Nast Traveler, 11 June 2026
Across the region, these destinations offer a deeper understanding of the people and events that shaped the nation.
—Usa Today Network, USA Today, 10 June 2026
And the collection will be available at resort destinations of Cannes, Saint-Tropez and Bodrum.
—Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 10 June 2026
Hotels and resorts are converting traditional spas into health and longevity destinations, offering fitness assessments, sleep tracking and structured longevity programs that promise to reduce stress and support healthier aging.
—Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 10 June 2026
More than 100,000 soldiers, marines, National Guard and police officers were expected to be deployed across the three Mexican host cities — Mexico City, Guadalajara and Monterrey — as well as in major tourist destinations during the World Cup.
—ABC News, 10 June 2026
The airline provides flights for more than 170 destinations in 27 countries at CLT through its global network.
—Dj Simmons, Charlotte Observer, 10 June 2026
Cassis Sandwiched between Marseille and Toulon in Provence lies the tiny town of Cassis, which often gets overlooked for other glitzier south of France coastal destinations (here's looking at you, Saint-Tropez).
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 3 June 2026
Chinese consumers have traded in gas-guzzling cars for electric vehicles and public transportation and switched international travel for nearby destinations.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 3 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for destinations
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During the four-month primary campaign, Raman offered withering critiques of Bass’ first term, saying the mayor failed to act with urgency on homelessness, apartment construction, street repairs and the exodus of entertainment jobs from the region.—
Noah Goldberg,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
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The unemployment rate among young people is about twice as high as the national average; and 40% of college grads who are working have taken jobs that don't require a college degree, like temporary or part-time gigs.—
David Pogue,
CBS News,
7 June 2026
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Musiala often operates in advanced central positions, giving him multiple routes to fantasy returns.—
Abdul Rehman,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
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While many money managers view the company as a unique asset with dominant positions in rocket launches and satellite internet, other long-term investors are questioning whether today’s valuation already reflects much of that optimism.—
Yun Li,
CNBC,
10 June 2026
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The Republican president, struggling with record-low approval ratings ahead of November midterm elections, has often hinted at an imminent deal with Tehran, but none has yet eventuated.—
Parisa Hafezi,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
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Raman’s campaign also received contributions from writers and comedians who have made up the council member’s donation base in her previous elections.—
Noah Goldberg,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
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The Bulls have made two first-round selections from North Carolina in their history.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
6 June 2026
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But there's a difference in the quality of those selections.—
Mike Sando,
New York Times,
5 June 2026
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Spacious two- and three-bedroom suites are great choices for families, featuring full kitchens and private terraces with ocean views.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
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Dobbins told Alford that his 2026 choices were down to two.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
9 June 2026
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But Ha’s performance took me out of that, in the best way possible, and warrants a Primetime Emmy acting nod — while the show is big on nominations for below-the-line work, only Regé-Jean Page has earned an acting nomination, and that was in 2021 for Season 1.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
10 June 2026
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Bracco — who earned four Emmy nominations on The Sopranos as Tony Soprano's (James Gandolfini) therapist, Jennifer Melfi — first played mob wife Karen Hill in Goodfellas, receiving a Golden Globe and Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actress in 1991.—
Glenn Garner,
PEOPLE,
19 Sep. 2025
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Combined with higher interest rates on pause (and the potential for them to be hiked higher later this year), softening wages and household debt at a record high, this week's news underscores the importance of storing your money in safe and profitable places.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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The result feels less like a collection of furniture and objects and more like a record of the people and places dear to the family.—
Kristen Flanagan,
Architectural Digest,
12 June 2026
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“Destinations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/destinations. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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