as in campgrounds
a place where a group of people live for a short time in tents or cabins
a recreational area that will serve as this year's encampment for the Scouts' jamboree
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Recent Examples of encampments
From clearing encampments to building affordable housing, some of the Los Angeles mayoral candidates laid out competing visions for how to address the city's homelessness crisis, and city spending during a two-day forum.
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Luzdelia Caballero, CBS News, 14 May 2026
The visuals cut to homeless encampments, graffiti, and fire.
—Conor Friedersdorf, The Atlantic, 12 May 2026
Each came from a group called Neighbors First, which has been attacking Hernandez, a democratic socialist, over her votes against police hiring and her opposition to a law barring homeless encampments near schools.
—David Zahniser, Los Angeles Times, 9 May 2026
While the city has admirably put forward goals such as reducing chronic homelessness by 50%, ending family homelessness and eliminating long-term encampments within five years, there appear to be no consequences for repeatedly failing to meet these targets.
—Adam B. Summers, Oc Register, 9 May 2026
Along the way, our Nimiipuu guide points out traditional encampments along the river and shares cultural stories and legends.
—Kelsey Olsen, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2026
Getting pulled from the worst conditions in some basement, and then going into this recovery process, all just to get taken away and deported again and thrown into these encampments is a horrible idea to wrap your head around.
—Max Gao, HollywoodReporter, 8 May 2026
Public spaces cannot become permanent encampments.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
Our public spaces — sidewalks near schools, parks, libraries and other sensitive locations — must remain safe and accessible for all residents, and the ordinance provides a lawful, structured framework for addressing encampments that interfere with public safety and access.
—Teresa Liu, Daily News, 4 May 2026
Luzdelia Caballero, CBS News, 14 May 2026
The visuals cut to homeless encampments, graffiti, and fire.
—Conor Friedersdorf, The Atlantic, 12 May 2026
Each came from a group called Neighbors First, which has been attacking Hernandez, a democratic socialist, over her votes against police hiring and her opposition to a law barring homeless encampments near schools.
—David Zahniser, Los Angeles Times, 9 May 2026
While the city has admirably put forward goals such as reducing chronic homelessness by 50%, ending family homelessness and eliminating long-term encampments within five years, there appear to be no consequences for repeatedly failing to meet these targets.
—Adam B. Summers, Oc Register, 9 May 2026
Along the way, our Nimiipuu guide points out traditional encampments along the river and shares cultural stories and legends.
—Kelsey Olsen, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2026
Getting pulled from the worst conditions in some basement, and then going into this recovery process, all just to get taken away and deported again and thrown into these encampments is a horrible idea to wrap your head around.
—Max Gao, HollywoodReporter, 8 May 2026
Public spaces cannot become permanent encampments.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
Our public spaces — sidewalks near schools, parks, libraries and other sensitive locations — must remain safe and accessible for all residents, and the ordinance provides a lawful, structured framework for addressing encampments that interfere with public safety and access.
—Teresa Liu, Daily News, 4 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for encampments
Noun
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Campsites There are no campgrounds inside the park.—
Robert Annis,
Midwest Living,
16 May 2026
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Dogs are allowed in the day-use areas and campgrounds, and on North Beach.—
Alexiah Syrai Olsen,
Sacbee.com,
14 May 2026
Noun
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However, several primitive campsites, boat ramps, and fishing piers sprinkled across the area give plenty of access to enjoy the lake at your leisure.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
16 May 2026
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In addition to its 144 campsites, per the park’s website, amenities include two swimming pools, picnic areas, playgrounds, pavilions, a boat launch, tennis and basketball courts, and an amphitheater.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
15 May 2026
Noun
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Without due process, everyone of Japanese ancestry on the West Coast was forced to abandon (or sell, usually at a significant loss) their homes, farms and businesses before being put in camps like Manzanar.—
Assistant Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2026
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Lewis had a successful solo career, her breakup with Sennett left some lasting scars, professionally and personally, and communication between the two camps seemed largely nonexistent.—
Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
13 May 2026
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“Encampments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/encampments. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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