HANG (AT) Synonyms: 33 Similar and Opposite Words

hang (at)

verb

Definition of hang (at)

as in to haunt

to go to or spend time in often most summer afternoons, we'd hang at the municipal pool for a few hours

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The pastor’s warning haunts the book, as, over the course of nearly 80 years, the Baeks move countries, have children, and become entrepreneurs, all while enduring brutal discrimination.

— Sanjena Sathian, Vulture, 22 Sep. 2026
Upheavals so profound are not accomplished without loosing uneasy spirits that will haunt us for many days.

— J. B. MacKinnon, Harpers Magazine, 22 Sep. 2026

Definition of haunt

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Navigate the biodiverse backwaters of Choctawhatchee Bay or visit Destin, the perfect beach town for kiteboarding and snorkeling.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026
Southern Living recommends classing it up a bit while visiting Blowing Rock, however.

— Eva Flowe, Charlotte Observer, 22 Sep. 2026

Definition of visit

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The florist used to frequent the library in high school, checking out books and watching shows.

— Iris Kwok, Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2026
According to the sheriff’s office, deputies killed the mountain lion because of the injury, the animal’s proximity to locations frequented by children and its presence in a populated area.

— Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 17 Sep. 2026

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hangars

hang (at)

hang back

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