as in lair
a place where a person goes to hide or to avoid others
police found the stolen jewels under the floorboards in the thief's hideout, a cabin deep in the woods
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Recent Examples of hideout
The attack on Oseguera’s hideout dramatized Sheinbaum’s willingness to accept a more kinetic approach, despite the risks.
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Kate Linthicum, Los Angeles Times, 3 Mar. 2026
According to the Old Farmers Almanac, the moon’s nickname actually refers to the worm-like beetle larvae that appear from winter hideouts, such as thawing tree bark, in North America during this time of year.
—Hannah Poukish, Sacbee.com, 28 Feb. 2026
The following day, the lover left Oseguera’s cabin complex on the outskirts of Tapalpa, but the drug lord remained at the hideout with his security detail.
—Gonzalo Zegarra, CNN Money, 24 Feb. 2026
Mexican Defense Secretary Ricardo Trevilla said Monday that authorities had followed one of his romantic partners to his hideout in Tapalpa.
—Megan Janetsky, Chicago Tribune, 23 Feb. 2026
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Kate Linthicum, Los Angeles Times, 3 Mar. 2026
According to the Old Farmers Almanac, the moon’s nickname actually refers to the worm-like beetle larvae that appear from winter hideouts, such as thawing tree bark, in North America during this time of year.
—Hannah Poukish, Sacbee.com, 28 Feb. 2026
The following day, the lover left Oseguera’s cabin complex on the outskirts of Tapalpa, but the drug lord remained at the hideout with his security detail.
—Gonzalo Zegarra, CNN Money, 24 Feb. 2026
Mexican Defense Secretary Ricardo Trevilla said Monday that authorities had followed one of his romantic partners to his hideout in Tapalpa.
—Megan Janetsky, Chicago Tribune, 23 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hideout
Noun
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He-Man's base of operations is Castle Grayskull, the focal point of Eternia's magic, and the obsession of Skeletor, who'd really like to relocate from his own Snake Mountain lair.—
Richard Edwards,
Space.com,
3 Mar. 2026
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The hostage was then held in Village de Dieu, a seaside slum south of the capital that serves as the gang leader’s base of operations and a kidnapping lair.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
19 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Give a bird a habitat to make a nest and lay eggs.—
Markis Hill,
Kansas City Star,
15 Mar. 2026
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Small owls like screech owls often sleep in tree cavities or nest boxes, while barn owls live up to their name by seeking out barns and empty buildings.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
13 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The formal living room is anchored by a striking fireplace with a herringbone panel that rises to the ceiling, while a separate family room and den are perfect for more casual hangs.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
17 Mar. 2026
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An opium-den-chic design scheme (jewel-toned velvet, studded leather, gothic wallpaper) gives the space an air of mystery, but the rooms are light and bright, with large windows and several with outdoor terraces.—
Wilder Davies,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
14 Mar. 2026
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These all-in-one destinations combine comfortable stays with beautiful surroundings, standout dining, and activities for every kind of traveler—from oceanfront retreats to mountain hideaways.—
Southern Living Editors,
Southern Living,
12 Mar. 2026
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Each hideaway is a maze of split levels and staircases latticed by a waterfall and two plunge pools.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Hideout.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hideout. Accessed 19 Mar. 2026.
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