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as in withdrawals
an act of moving away especially from something difficult, dangerous, or disagreeable
we made a strategic retreat when we realized that we were outnumbered
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as in refuges
something (as a building) that offers cover from the weather or protection from danger
her bedroom served as a retreat from the frequent arguing between her parents the abandoned cabin was a welcome retreat from the storm
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as in withdraws
to move back or away (as from something difficult, dangerous, or disagreeable)
we retreated to the safety of the cellar at the first sign of the tornado
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as in flees
to hasten away from something dangerous or frightening
the untried soldiers retreated in humiliating disarray almost as soon as the enemy's onslaught began
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Recent Examples of retreats
Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2025
Some families schedule regular meetings, while others plan retreats that allow time both for recreation and thoughtful dialogue.
—Bruce Helmer, Twin Cities, 27 Sep. 2025
From superb marinas such as the Jeddah Yacht Club to wellness retreats in AMAALA and cultural offerings in the Jeddah Historic District (JHD), the Saudi Red Sea provides yacht owners, guests, and charter clients unparalleled yacht-to-shore offerings.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 26 Sep. 2025
More than 200 monks live in the complex, the website says, while visitors are able to participate in meditation retreats and other spiritual events.
—Catherine Nicholls, CNN Money, 25 Sep. 2025
What was originally imagined as a space for multigenerational groups has since become a coveted backdrop for yoga retreats and hen weekends—where guests inevitably jostle for the chance to curl up in one of the cabin beds.
—Chloe Frost-Smith, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2025
With the sleep tourism trend now officially booming, there are, of course, other sleep retreats beginning to pop up, with Six Senses and Intercontinental just two hospitality chains offering their own versions, but RAKxa’s USP is one that encompasses more with its integrative, full-circle approach.
—Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
In addition to her passion for real estate, Marabeth is also a holistic health coach, organizer of women's retreats, party planner and volunteer for several charities.
—Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 17 Sep. 2025
Recorded in home studios and retreats filled with friendships and free-spirited experimentation, Cripple Crow felt more like a collective effort than a solo project.
—Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 12 Sep. 2025
Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
Rest & Relaxation follows Amandeep (Mani), who in seeking solace on the brink of a life-changing decision, retreats to a secluded bed and breakfast where the eclectic guests challenge her preconceptions of family.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 16 Sep. 2025
Camilla lives at Ray Mill most of the time, while Charles retreats to Highgrove or Clarence House.
—Stylecaster Editors, StyleCaster, 15 Sep. 2025
The controversy may also have inspired Colleen Hoover's upcoming novel, about a writer who retreats after online backlash about a film adaptation.
—Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
Their summer break included a visit to Balmoral Castle in Scotland, where the royal family traditionally retreats in August.
—Stephanie Petit, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025
And the resort will continue its three-day Alo Moves retreats post-renovation.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 13 Aug. 2025
Ellen retreats to her room and daydreams of her father, who understood his headstrong daughter.
—Lincee Ray Published, EW.com, 8 Aug. 2025
Noun
And their intention is either pure, uninhibited relaxation or highly personalized holistic retreats that the resort refers to as Wellness Paths.
—Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2025
Some families schedule regular meetings, while others plan retreats that allow time both for recreation and thoughtful dialogue.
—Bruce Helmer, Twin Cities, 27 Sep. 2025
From superb marinas such as the Jeddah Yacht Club to wellness retreats in AMAALA and cultural offerings in the Jeddah Historic District (JHD), the Saudi Red Sea provides yacht owners, guests, and charter clients unparalleled yacht-to-shore offerings.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 26 Sep. 2025
More than 200 monks live in the complex, the website says, while visitors are able to participate in meditation retreats and other spiritual events.
—Catherine Nicholls, CNN Money, 25 Sep. 2025
What was originally imagined as a space for multigenerational groups has since become a coveted backdrop for yoga retreats and hen weekends—where guests inevitably jostle for the chance to curl up in one of the cabin beds.
—Chloe Frost-Smith, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2025
With the sleep tourism trend now officially booming, there are, of course, other sleep retreats beginning to pop up, with Six Senses and Intercontinental just two hospitality chains offering their own versions, but RAKxa’s USP is one that encompasses more with its integrative, full-circle approach.
—Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
In addition to her passion for real estate, Marabeth is also a holistic health coach, organizer of women's retreats, party planner and volunteer for several charities.
—Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 17 Sep. 2025
Recorded in home studios and retreats filled with friendships and free-spirited experimentation, Cripple Crow felt more like a collective effort than a solo project.
—Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 12 Sep. 2025
Verb
Burnley’s midfielders shift over in response, while Walker retreats to create the back five Burnley had used to defend the box up to that point.
—Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
Rest & Relaxation follows Amandeep (Mani), who in seeking solace on the brink of a life-changing decision, retreats to a secluded bed and breakfast where the eclectic guests challenge her preconceptions of family.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 16 Sep. 2025
Camilla lives at Ray Mill most of the time, while Charles retreats to Highgrove or Clarence House.
—Stylecaster Editors, StyleCaster, 15 Sep. 2025
The controversy may also have inspired Colleen Hoover's upcoming novel, about a writer who retreats after online backlash about a film adaptation.
—Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
Their summer break included a visit to Balmoral Castle in Scotland, where the royal family traditionally retreats in August.
—Stephanie Petit, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025
And the resort will continue its three-day Alo Moves retreats post-renovation.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 13 Aug. 2025
Ellen retreats to her room and daydreams of her father, who understood his headstrong daughter.
—Lincee Ray Published, EW.com, 8 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for retreats
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By then, the Ocean Alliance of CMA CGM, Cosco Shipping, OOCL and Evergreen had still only blanked 7 percent, while Gemini and MSC had still not committed to any capacity withdrawals.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
29 Sep. 2025
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Holding the investment in a Roth 401(k) would allow qualified withdrawals to be taken tax-free.—
Susan Tompor,
USA Today,
22 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Some state parks allow hunting, but national wildlife refuges are closed to hunting unless expressly permitted.—
Jalen Williams,
Freep.com,
25 Sep. 2025
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Many of these refuges have since been obliterated.—
Ghada Abdulfattah,
The Atlantic,
23 Sep. 2025
Verb
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If America now withdraws from its leadership role in diplomatic efforts to end the war, the bloodshed will only continue.—
Dmytro Razumkov,
Time,
16 Sep. 2025
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Cabaret is cutting its Broadway run short as star Billy Porter withdraws from the production.—
Caitlin Huston,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Sep. 2025
Verb
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As night falls amid the vast trees and lush greenery, a teenage boy breaks a window, climbs out of it and flees toward the forest on foot.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
25 Sep. 2025
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Along the way, Arenas is imprisoned for admitting to having slept with 5,000 men and eventually flees Cuba on the Mariel boatlift.—
Mathew Rodriguez,
Them.,
25 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Five of Monday’s 12 matches at the ATP and WTA China Opens ended in mid-match retirements, raising more questions of the long-term sustainability of the tennis calendar.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
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Beginning in March, thousands of GSA employees departed the agency through programs that incentivized resignations or early retirements.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Sep. 2025
Noun
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That includes the golf course, pickleball courts, disc golf, playgrounds, trails, shelters, sports fields, and the Stapleton Pavilion.—
Jolene Almendarez,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
25 Sep. 2025
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In 5-year-old Tim Hryshchuk’s new school, the shelters have been converted into makeshift classrooms, so that time spent underground won’t be wasted.—
Daria Tarasova-Markina,
CNN Money,
25 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Loyola-Chicago icon Sister Jean retires as basketball chaplain at age 106.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
24 Sep. 2025
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However, a new study by the University of Edinburgh in Scotland has found that the mental health benefits of retirement aren’t guaranteed to everyone who retires.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
20 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Another banner flies high above Hard Rock Stadium Another home game, another banner.—
David Wilson,
Miami Herald,
30 Sep. 2025
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Sprinting to the corners in transition as someone like Hart flies up the court with the basketball is one way to do that.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
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“Retreats.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/retreats. Accessed 3 Oct. 2025.
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