Definition of hangoutnext
as in haunt
a place for spending time or for socializing a favorite hangout of senior citizens is the local community center

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Recent Examples of hangout Finding this underground hangout might be tricky, but look for the side door on the building at the corner of Georgia Avenue and Reed Street. Blair Crosby, AJC.com, 5 July 2026 Hagan Community Park in Rancho Cordova transformed from a serene hangout spot into an enormous fun-fest fit for a nation’s 250th birthday on Friday. Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 4 July 2026 His hangout later that day with Davidson came as both are navigating major life changes, including fatherhood. Lily Brown, PEOPLE, 4 July 2026 Choose the single-seat version, or opt for the double-wide papasan for cozy hangouts with friends and family—or extra room to stretch out. Better Homes & Gardens, 28 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for hangout
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haunt
Noun
  • For dinner, go downstairs to Mandolino’s Artisan Pizza, a Friday haunt for both permanent residents and undergraduate students.
    Brennan Long, Southern Living, 7 July 2026
  • And to return to some of favorite haunts, but also to see what's next.
    Matt Zahn, CBS News, 27 June 2026

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“Hangout.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hangout. Accessed 15 Jul. 2026.

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