oceanfront

noun

Definition of oceanfrontnext
as in waterfront

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Recent Examples of oceanfront The oceanfront suites are worth the splurge, with expansive ocean views and private outdoor soaking tubs that offer a front-row seat to Grand Cayman's stunning sunsets. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026 Designed by production designer Richard Jensen, the two-story oceanfront villa was transformed from an existing Fijian estate into a modern tropical getaway. — Allison Degrushe, Entertainment Weekly, 2 June 2026 Choose between oceanfront lodge rooms or cozy, dog-friendly cabins. — Jacqueline Dole, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2026 That includes two oceanfront swimming pools and Kids and Teens Clubs that have crafts sessions, video games, and movie nights. — Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 23 May 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
  • The data echoes concerns about growing inequality in South Florida, as billionaires buy up prime waterfront real estate across the region and working-class residents struggle to afford rent.
    — Catherine Odom, Miami Herald, 15 July 2026
  • The waterfront mansion, located at 1 Star Island Drive and purchased by Combs in 2021 for $35 million, has been sold in an off-market transaction.
    — Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 15 July 2026
Definition of waterfront
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  • The new festival also introduces the Proper Beach Club, a beachfront hospitality experience designed in partnership with Proper Hotels, featuring a premiere lounge designed by Kelly Wearstler Studio.
    — Jaeden Pinder, Rolling Stone, 16 July 2026
  • Porto by Mosquito brings one of the more refined culinary expressions to the area, with a beachfront setting and a Peruvian-fusion approach that fits Las Terrenas’ international mood.
    — Rafael Peña, Miami Herald, 15 July 2026
Definition of beachfront
Noun
  • Domestic tourists had come to appreciate its hummocky beaches, quaint islands, and rich maritime culture, not to mention its easygoing ambience.
    — Arash Azizi, The Atlantic, 17 July 2026
  • In Valencia, a number of boating outfitters are offering eclipse-viewing charters since La Malvarrosa beach, the city’s official viewing spot, faces east, meaning viewers will need to look inland to see the eclipse.
    — Catherine Tansey, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 July 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
  • Wander or ride around this seaside spot to marvel at its elaborate Victorian houses, then stop by the Washington Street Mall for beach-day provisions.
    — Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 17 July 2026
  • As the rain began to pick up and mist rolled into the mountains, a few of us hopped in the working car to visit a cafe 4 miles down the road at a seaside campground.
    — Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 July 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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