1
as in to go (to)
to use or seek out as a source of aid, relief, or advantage
unable to achieve their ends politically, some of the opposition groups have begun to resort to violence
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2
as in to haunt
to go to or spend time in often
resorted to the library whenever he felt the need for a little peace and quiet
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There was Shawn [Ayers, Amy’s brother] talking about his memories of Amy fading, and how that haunts him, versus how the people who interrogated the boys used their memories against them and manipulated them.—
Cat Cardenas,
Rolling Stone,
10 Aug. 2025 -
Spirit Halloween, the ephemeral seasonal retailer that haunts vacant stores nationally each year, will enliven the darkened voids of six suburban Milwaukee stores in September and October.—
Jim Riccioli,
jsonline.com,
9 Aug. 2025
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Make sure to consult with your attorney to garner any legal ramifications pertaining to your situation and any potential legal entanglements regarding AI and mental health.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Scenic design is by Tony winner Derek McLane, with costumes by Tony nominee Jennifer Moeller and longtime Parton stylist Steve Summers consulting.—
Dave Quinn,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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The King of Rock ‘n’ Roll used to frequent the diner for its fried peanut butter and banana sandwich.—
Korrin Bishop,
Southern Living,
7 Aug. 2025
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The pope, a Chicago native, is said to have frequented the pizzeria before his papacy.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
31 July 2025
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The exes went back and forth over whether Michelle could take their daughter on a trip to visit her dying mother.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
13 Aug. 2025
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To get started, Visa cardholders are encouraged to visit FIFA.com/tickets to register their interest and create a FIFA ID.—
Michelle Kaufman
August 12,
Miami Herald,
12 Aug. 2025
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“Resort (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resort%20%28to%29. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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