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as in hotels
a place that provides rooms and usually a public dining room for overnight guests
when we go on our country vacation, we always stay at this little lodge in the middle of nowhere
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as in clubhouses
the meeting place of an organization
the Masons meet at the lodge every Thursday evening
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as in camps
to provide with living quarters or shelter
the landlord can legally lodge up to 20 people in his apartment building at one time
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as in parks
to establish or place comfortably or snugly
our pet guinea pig lodged himself in the far corner of his cage and simply refused to come out
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as in roots
to set solidly in or as if in surrounding matter
the gunman had managed to lodge a bullet in my back, just inches from my spine
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Recent Examples of lodges
Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 21 Oct. 2025
The name beaver moon comes from beavers setting up their lodges for winter during this time of year, and the history of trapping beavers for the North American fur trade during this season, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 20 Oct. 2025
Tierra Atacama is among the oldest—and newest—lodges in Antofagasta, set on the edge of desert oasis San Pedro de Atacama since 2008.
—Laura Dannen Redman, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2025
The Beaver Moon takes its name from early Native American tribes as well as American colonists, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac, when beavers begin sheltering in their lodges after gathering enough food to last the winter.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 10 Oct. 2025
Michelin Key hotels in Africa The continent’s inaugural selection includes six three-key stays in four countries, including a celebrity-favorite Moroccan art deco palatial wonderland and two eight-room lodges that feature animal experiences and butler service.
—Rachel Chang, AFAR Media, 10 Oct. 2025
Other lodges followed, but most have since closed, replaced with mansions or condominium developments.
—Kelly Meyerhofer, jsonline.com, 8 Oct. 2025
Outset Collection by Hilton aims to deliver one-of-a-kind stays—from historic inns to mountain lodges.
—Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 6 Oct. 2025
Grand Canyon lodging remains open Grand Canyon lodges and the historic El Tovar hotel remain open.
—Michael Salerno, AZCentral.com, 1 Oct. 2025
Julia Mueller, The Hill, 15 Aug. 2025
Noun
Travelers looking to unplug in total nature can stay in eco-friendly lodges while learning from indigenous guides.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 21 Oct. 2025
The name beaver moon comes from beavers setting up their lodges for winter during this time of year, and the history of trapping beavers for the North American fur trade during this season, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 20 Oct. 2025
Tierra Atacama is among the oldest—and newest—lodges in Antofagasta, set on the edge of desert oasis San Pedro de Atacama since 2008.
—Laura Dannen Redman, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2025
The Beaver Moon takes its name from early Native American tribes as well as American colonists, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac, when beavers begin sheltering in their lodges after gathering enough food to last the winter.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 10 Oct. 2025
Michelin Key hotels in Africa The continent’s inaugural selection includes six three-key stays in four countries, including a celebrity-favorite Moroccan art deco palatial wonderland and two eight-room lodges that feature animal experiences and butler service.
—Rachel Chang, AFAR Media, 10 Oct. 2025
Other lodges followed, but most have since closed, replaced with mansions or condominium developments.
—Kelly Meyerhofer, jsonline.com, 8 Oct. 2025
Outset Collection by Hilton aims to deliver one-of-a-kind stays—from historic inns to mountain lodges.
—Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 6 Oct. 2025
Grand Canyon lodging remains open Grand Canyon lodges and the historic El Tovar hotel remain open.
—Michael Salerno, AZCentral.com, 1 Oct. 2025
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Their moves come against the backdrop of a competitive primary fight for the Senate in 2026, as Paxton lodges a conservative challenge against the incumbent.
—Julia Mueller, The Hill, 15 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lodges
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Trafalgar House was a property company that diversified into construction, engineering, hotels and shipping and whose assets at one time included the Ritz hotel, the QE2 luxury cruise liner and the Daily Express newspaper.—
Ian King,
CNBC,
22 Oct. 2025
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The portfolio includes stadiums, hotels, malls, office space, theaters, multifamily buildings and parking garages.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
22 Oct. 2025
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The proposal of Frogmore and Adelaide cottages would be an answer for Andrew, who has been under fire about his residence at Royal Lodge for more than a year.—
Simon Perry,
PEOPLE,
27 Oct. 2025
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The Ahwahnee, which has 99 rooms, 24 cottages, a heated outdoor pool, and two on-site restaurants, has been the premier place to stay in Yosemite since its doors opened in 1927.—
Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Oct. 2025
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Suárez, another soon-to-be free agent, may not occupy his spot next to other pitchers in the front of the clubhouses.—
Charlotte Varnes,
New York Times,
8 Oct. 2025
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The Platinum badge affords attendees access to all three clubhouses as well as three daily event reservations.—
Angelique Jackson,
Variety,
1 Oct. 2025
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Along with Evans, the speakers of the Alabama, Florida, Georgia and South Carolina houses of representatives also signed onto the letter asking for help from Congress to help the forestry industry in their respective states.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
21 Oct. 2025
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Awards will include the Tokyo Projects Award, worth $13,300 (JPY2M), selected by an industry jury; the Asian Gen‑Z Award, worth $3,300 (JPY500,000), chosen by a committee of Gen-Z film students; as well as in-kind awards from leading Asian post-production houses White Light and Kongchak.—
Liz Shackleton,
Deadline,
21 Oct. 2025
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Natural rock formations rise through the living room floor, a detail that roots the design in the hillside itself, and a full renovation of an existing home brought it in line with the style of the main house while still maintaining its own identity.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
23 Oct. 2025
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Rising seas could swallow the land that roots our identity.—
Feleti Penitala Teo,
Time,
22 Sep. 2025
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His lodgings included a mix of Airbnbs, hostels, hotels and family friends' homes.—
Vanessa Romo,
NPR,
10 Oct. 2025
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Its sturdy construction and combination lock provide extra protection in hotel rooms, hostels, or vacation rentals.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Oct. 2025
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Enjoy Balinese massages and a Rainforest hydrothermal circuit featuring hot and cold thermal cabins.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
24 Oct. 2025
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Even the rooms – called cabins or staterooms – have different names than at hotels.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
24 Oct. 2025
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The most recent edition of Deloitte’s Football Money League, ranking clubs by revenue for the 2023-24 season, was led by Real Madrid, but Barcelona (sixth) and Atletico Madrid (12th) were the only other Spanish clubs in the top 30.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
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Jeff Shockley, a professor at Virginia Commonwealth University, added that shoppers can cut costs by buying in bulk at warehouse clubs like Costco, taking advantage of discounts and loyalty programs and steering clear of impulse purchases.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Lodges.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lodges. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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