oceanfront

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Recent Examples of oceanfront Local Beer Above The Myrtle Beach Boardwalk RipTydz occupies more than 17,000 square feet on the oceanfront and can seat roughly 500 guests. — Noel Burgess, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026 Stay in old-school oceanfront accommodations at the Sea View Inn (established in 1937), try your hand at surfboarding, relax all afternoon in a hammock, take a long walk on the beach, and of course enjoy great seafood. — Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 16 July 2026 If waking up to the Atlantic is more your speed, book one of the oceanfront suites ending in 03, each of which feature an ocean-view balcony. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 July 2026 One exception is modern glass houses, which maximize views and are a must for all oceanfront builds, old or new. — Rachel Corbett, Curbed, 24 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for oceanfront
Recent Examples of Synonyms for oceanfront
  1. waterfront
  2. beachfront
  3. beach
  4. shorefront
  5. seaside
  6. seashore
Noun
  • Rounding out the top three was Wilmington Riverwalk, which earned praise for its waterfront views of the Cape Fear River, historic downtown and bustling riverfront as the evening light reflects off the water.
    — Evan Moore August 5, Charlotte Observer, 5 Aug. 2026
  • The beer garden will operate out an historic building close to the neighborhood’s waterfront, hence its namesake.
    — Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of waterfront
Noun
  • The five-story compound designed by Larry Warren Architects sit along the coveted Platinum Coast in Barbados and just listed for $75 million with direct beachfront access.
    — Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Rather than building another large beachfront resort, founder Miguel Quintana Pali envisioned a boutique retreat where architecture, art, nature, and Mexican culture would take center stage.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of beachfront
Noun
  • The area is considered strategically significant for its proximity to the Taipei port and beaches in Taiwan that could serve as a valuable staging area for the Chinese military.
    — Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Set on a leafy half acre of land, this lovely cottage is less than two miles away from the beach and offers a scenic back deck complete with chaise lounges, an outdoor shower, and a dining table for six.
    — Elise Taylor, Vogue, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of beach
Noun
  • And both suggested staying at the shorefront Watkins Glen Harbor Hotel, which is among the nicer properties in the area.
    — Paul Brady, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2026
  • The shorefront is lined with some 400 buildings, including high-rise hotels and villas that can accommodate around 20,000 guests, according to North Korean state media.
    — Se Eun Gong, NPR, 5 July 2025
Definition of shorefront
Noun
  • This stretch of eastern Long Island has long been a respite for New Yorkers seeking a seaside reprieve from the oppressive heat.
    — Elise Taylor, Vogue, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Set the scene Hellerup is an affluent seaside suburb, a 10-minute cab ride or 30-minute train ride away from the city center, filled with posh homes with neat gardens.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of seaside
Noun
  • Located right next to the bustling New England town of Bar Harbor, Acadia has a rugged seashore, great rock climbing opportunities, and more than enough hiking, camping, and paddling to go around.
    — Josh Laskin, Travel + Leisure, 3 July 2026
  • The painting shows a castle atop a giant, floating rock, hanging before a partly cloudy sky over a seashore, and has resided at the museum since 1985.
    — Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 9 June 2026
Definition of seashore

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