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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
Today, Montage Laguna Beach remains one of Southern California’s definitive seaside resorts, known for its stunning views, excellent service, and loyal repeat guests.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 June 2026
The Primm family, owners of the land that includes three casino resorts and other businesses along the 15 Freeway, announced Tuesday a partnership intended to save the struggling state-line strip and hundreds of jobs.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2026
The industry behind the wellness retreat boom Hotels and resorts are quietly converting their spas from relaxation oases into health and longevity destinations, with programs that claim to improve sleep, reduce stress and support longer, healthier lives.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 10 June 2026
Hotels and resorts are converting traditional spas into health and longevity destinations, offering fitness assessments, sleep tracking and structured longevity programs that promise to reduce stress and support healthier aging.
—Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 10 June 2026
Vila Vita Parc is consistently ranked among Portugal's top resorts, and for good reason.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 10 June 2026
With perks like outdoor pools, private beach access, movies under the stars, and special programming for kids and teens, the top Florida beach resorts go above and beyond to ensure a perfect family vacation.
—Allison Tibaldi, USA Today, 9 June 2026
The animals have been seen on airport runways, walking on golf courses, roaming near schools and causing panic in supermarkets and hot spring resorts almost on a daily basis.
—CBS News, 9 June 2026
The idea was to connect global buyers and media with thousands of American suppliers such as hotels, resorts, state and county tourism agencies, entertainment venues, airlines and rail lines.
—David Lyons, Sun Sentinel, 8 June 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 June 2026
The Primm family, owners of the land that includes three casino resorts and other businesses along the 15 Freeway, announced Tuesday a partnership intended to save the struggling state-line strip and hundreds of jobs.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2026
The industry behind the wellness retreat boom Hotels and resorts are quietly converting their spas from relaxation oases into health and longevity destinations, with programs that claim to improve sleep, reduce stress and support longer, healthier lives.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 10 June 2026
Hotels and resorts are converting traditional spas into health and longevity destinations, offering fitness assessments, sleep tracking and structured longevity programs that promise to reduce stress and support healthier aging.
—Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 10 June 2026
Vila Vita Parc is consistently ranked among Portugal's top resorts, and for good reason.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 10 June 2026
With perks like outdoor pools, private beach access, movies under the stars, and special programming for kids and teens, the top Florida beach resorts go above and beyond to ensure a perfect family vacation.
—Allison Tibaldi, USA Today, 9 June 2026
The animals have been seen on airport runways, walking on golf courses, roaming near schools and causing panic in supermarkets and hot spring resorts almost on a daily basis.
—CBS News, 9 June 2026
The idea was to connect global buyers and media with thousands of American suppliers such as hotels, resorts, state and county tourism agencies, entertainment venues, airlines and rail lines.
—David Lyons, Sun Sentinel, 8 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for resorts
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Trips to nearby national parks like Grand Teton and Yellowstone are a must, as is a visit to the lively Jackson Town Square, lined with local haunts like Persephone Bakery and Jackson Drug.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
3 June 2026
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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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Offers from Championship and League One clubs in England and opportunities abroad followed, but after speaking to manager Jim Goodwin about a return to Tannadice, his mind was made up.—
Andy Jones,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
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Today, American players are starring for some of Europe's biggest clubs, competing in the Champions League and exploring opportunities that would have been unimaginable during Donovan's playing days.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
10 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 11 Jun. 2026.
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