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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
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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
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Recent Examples of resorts
Expect severe congestion near major cities, coastal resorts and famous viewing locations, with areas around Madrid, Barcelona, Tarragona, Zaragoza and Valencia all potential black spots.
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Jamie Carter, Space.com, 3 June 2026
Though within easy reach of Cyprus’s beach resorts, this gorgeously rugged corner of the island has long escaped most travelers’ notice.
—Rachel Nuwer, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2026
Beyond hotel resorts, Forbes also rated six North Carolina restaurants — including one in Charlotte — among the world’s most luxurious.
—Drew Jackson, Charlotte Observer, 3 June 2026
Costco Travel can help members find deals on a variety of resorts, including luxury and all-inclusive properties.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 3 June 2026
This multi-island development in South Malé Atoll will include resorts, private homes, restaurants, wellness centers, and what the developers describe as the Maldives’ first superyacht marina.
—Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Most Southern California ski resorts, including Bear Mountain and Snow Summit, closed for the season several months ago.
—Angela Osorio, Los Angeles Times, 27 May 2026
Erin and Ben Napier won't be showing up on at any celeb-favorite beach resorts any time soon.
—Mackenzie Schmidt, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
The Gondola at Winter Park Resort, one of Colorado's largest ski resorts located about 66 miles west of Denver, had an operation malfunction and stopped around noon Saturday, leaving around 150-175 visitors suspended mid-air, park spokesperson Jen Miller told The Colorado Sun.
—Saman Shafiq, USA TODAY, 23 Dec. 2024
Jamie Carter, Space.com, 3 June 2026
Though within easy reach of Cyprus’s beach resorts, this gorgeously rugged corner of the island has long escaped most travelers’ notice.
—Rachel Nuwer, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2026
Beyond hotel resorts, Forbes also rated six North Carolina restaurants — including one in Charlotte — among the world’s most luxurious.
—Drew Jackson, Charlotte Observer, 3 June 2026
Costco Travel can help members find deals on a variety of resorts, including luxury and all-inclusive properties.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 3 June 2026
This multi-island development in South Malé Atoll will include resorts, private homes, restaurants, wellness centers, and what the developers describe as the Maldives’ first superyacht marina.
—Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Most Southern California ski resorts, including Bear Mountain and Snow Summit, closed for the season several months ago.
—Angela Osorio, Los Angeles Times, 27 May 2026
Erin and Ben Napier won't be showing up on at any celeb-favorite beach resorts any time soon.
—Mackenzie Schmidt, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
The Gondola at Winter Park Resort, one of Colorado's largest ski resorts located about 66 miles west of Denver, had an operation malfunction and stopped around noon Saturday, leaving around 150-175 visitors suspended mid-air, park spokesperson Jen Miller told The Colorado Sun.
—Saman Shafiq, USA TODAY, 23 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for resorts
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The new Haunted Mansion-themed street party will feature show stops along the DCA parade route where Madame Leota will host a seance and wake with 999 happy haunts.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
2 June 2026
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The acts played the same local haunts and campus functions before merging into a supergroup that would alter the course of modern music history.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 June 2026
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Closer Raisel Iglesias earned his 11th save in as many opportunities despite allowing two singles in the ninth.—
Chad Bishop,
AJC.com,
3 June 2026
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Various outings by boat offer opportunities to explore the island or try different water sports (advance reservations required).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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The center’s resources—all free—include more than a million books and periodicals, with 400 terminals and 75 staff members available to help dig through them.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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Together, a collaborative effort can create meaningful operational changes, including improved staffing, hospital-wide throughput initiatives, earlier discharge planning, expanded post-acute care resources, and greater accountability from leadership.—
Letters to the Editor,
Hartford Courant,
6 June 2026
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“Resorts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resorts. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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