as in haunts
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 hangouts
These hangouts offer free nighttime access and some of the best sunset views in the region.
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Stephanie Vermillion, Outside, 18 Feb. 2026
For Muslims, many of whom eschew alcohol, and for anyone seeking liquor-free or family-friendly social options, the cafes are hospitable hangouts and a late-night alternative to nighttime clubbing.
—Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 14 Feb. 2026
The restaurant was one of Robinson’s late-night hangouts.
—Fielding Buck, Daily News, 10 Feb. 2026
Despite their high-profile hangouts, Earle and Brady have kept mum on the status of their relationship.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 9 Feb. 2026
With backyard barbecues, morning coffees on the sundeck, and firepit hangouts on the horizon, now’s a smart time to grab patio essentials at a discount—especially while thousands of furniture and decor pieces are up to 76% off at Wayfair.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Feb. 2026
Slough Creek, within the park, is one of their main hangouts, according to Cooke.
—Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 28 Jan. 2026
Rather than just creating spaces for random hangouts and brand-building, companies can use the metaverse to gather data in real time at scale, with a focus on customer behavior and intention.
—Cortney Harding, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
His teammates are all close by too, which has made for easy hangouts, quiet walks around the neighbourhood with the dogs, wives and kids.
—Jonas Siegel, New York Times, 14 Jan. 2026
Stephanie Vermillion, Outside, 18 Feb. 2026
For Muslims, many of whom eschew alcohol, and for anyone seeking liquor-free or family-friendly social options, the cafes are hospitable hangouts and a late-night alternative to nighttime clubbing.
—Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 14 Feb. 2026
The restaurant was one of Robinson’s late-night hangouts.
—Fielding Buck, Daily News, 10 Feb. 2026
Despite their high-profile hangouts, Earle and Brady have kept mum on the status of their relationship.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 9 Feb. 2026
With backyard barbecues, morning coffees on the sundeck, and firepit hangouts on the horizon, now’s a smart time to grab patio essentials at a discount—especially while thousands of furniture and decor pieces are up to 76% off at Wayfair.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Feb. 2026
Slough Creek, within the park, is one of their main hangouts, according to Cooke.
—Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 28 Jan. 2026
Rather than just creating spaces for random hangouts and brand-building, companies can use the metaverse to gather data in real time at scale, with a focus on customer behavior and intention.
—Cortney Harding, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
His teammates are all close by too, which has made for easy hangouts, quiet walks around the neighbourhood with the dogs, wives and kids.
—Jonas Siegel, New York Times, 14 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hangouts
haunts
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Classic Eats Despite this growing culinary flourish, longtime local haunts still stay true to Waco’s hometown culture.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
15 Feb. 2026
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The legendary American photographer, known for chronicling the jet set at play, counted Cortina among his favorite haunts—alongside Santa Barbara and the Bahamas.—
Annabelle Dufraigne,
Architectural Digest,
12 Feb. 2026
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“Hangouts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hangouts. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.
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