Thesaurus results for RESORTS

resorts

noun

plural of resort

as in haunts

a place for spending time or for socializing the island port was once the resort of smugglers, pirates, and other unsavory characters

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

as in opportunities

something that one uses to accomplish an end especially when the usual means is not available use this money only as a last resort

Synonyms & Similar Words

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Recent Examples of resorts Ski resorts in and near California will open as early as this week. — Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2026 Some Tahoe area resorts are already set to open early, and this should put the rest in a good position to join them. — Sean MacAday, Sacbee.com, 4 Nov. 2026 Winter is another great time to ride, particularly for skiers and snowboarders heading to Vermont’s mountain resorts. — Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 1 Nov. 2026 All-inclusive resorts and private compounds now control more than 99 percent of the country’s world-famous beaches. — Ben Ryder Howe, Air Mail, 31 Oct. 2026 Experiences includes the company’s theme parks, resorts and cruise lines. — Tom Tapp, Deadline, 28 Oct. 2026 Rule changes were discussed at resorts around various Southwestern cities. — Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 28 Oct. 2026 Switzerland makes a huge amount of money from rich foreigners seeking better health, and spas and alternative-healing resorts are often built to cater to voguish international tastes. — D. T. Max, New Yorker, 26 Oct. 2026 From gingerbread house competitions and ice skating to holiday trains and visits from Santa, these Southern resorts make Christmas extra magical for families. — Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 26 Oct. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for resorts

Noun

An homage to one of my favorite fashion haunts and to legendary Simon Doonan and his extraordinary window displays.

— Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2026
At Dulles, the local nod in the Etihad Airways-Chase Sapphire lounge is largely limited to photos of matchboxes from classic haunts like Clyde’s and Le Diplomate.

— Liam Scott, Washington Post, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of haunts

Noun

Whether three-, four- or five-day mandates, companies have cited the importance of creative collaboration for business productivity and growth, as well as mentorship opportunities.

— Eric Rosenbaum, CNBC, 2 Nov. 2026
His elite outfield coverage included converting a remarkable 50% of five-star catch opportunities.

— Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of opportunities

Noun

Candidates running against the political grain face an uphill battle, with campaigns marked by limited resources, dwindling donors, and scarce staff.

— Barbara Sprunt, NPR, 1 Nov. 2026
Their value ultimately depends on the players those resources bring in, and the team built around them.

— C.J. Holmes, New York Daily News, 1 Nov. 2026