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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
Lauren Schuster, Sacbee.com, 9 May 2026
The property management company, Atlantic Hospitality, also oversees popular area retreats including Sandy Pines Campground in Kennebunkport and Salt Cottages in Bar Harbor.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
Top Wellness Retreats in the USA for 2026 The retreats below span the desert Southwest, Hawaii, South Florida and the mid-Atlantic, and each one approaches well-being a little differently.
—Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 May 2026
Where a spa weekend once meant a massage and a green smoothie, today’s high-end retreats deploy blood panels, cryotherapy pods and medical doctors to deliver measurable results — and charge accordingly.
—Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 6 May 2026
Luxury wellness retreats in 2026 are less spa vacation and more immersive health intervention — and the price tags reflect it.
—Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 6 May 2026
Stem is among the early waves of people participating in legal retreats in the United States built around the drug.
—Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 2 May 2026
Thailand Hosting coveted wellness retreats, this 44-room refuge on the outskirts of mountainous Chiang Mai is a secluded sanctuary focused on guests' health.
—Asa Canty, Travel + Leisure, 29 Apr. 2026
The weekends are planned in partnership with A Mother’s Rest, a non-profit organization that coordinates low-cost trips and retreats for caregivers or parents of children or adults with varying needs.
—Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026
Brian Welk, IndieWire, 11 May 2026
As Elliot retreats from the devastating reality of his illness, father and daughter are forced to confront the unspoken truths between them.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 6 May 2026
Mindfulness programming is where retreats either invest or coast.
—Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 May 2026
As Siâvash increasingly retreats into imaginary characters, the documentary traces a sibling relationship shaped and strained by displacement, set against a backdrop of escalating tension between Iran and the United States that carries personal consequences for both subjects.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 24 Apr. 2026
Garcia retreats, the video shows.
—Ruben Vives, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
The visitors’ right-back, Lamare Bogarde, retreats a couple of steps to mark Cunha, creating more space for Fernandes down the United left.
—Ahmed Walid, New York Times, 22 Apr. 2026
The unconscious Moon retreats through your 12th House of Peace, trining take-charge Saturn in your 4th House of Care along the way.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 6 Apr. 2026
By Saturday night, geomagnetic activity weakens and retreats north, making aurora visibility in Iowa unlikely or very limited.
—Lucia Cheng, Des Moines Register, 20 Mar. 2026
Noun
The five retreats below — recognized for everything from beginner-friendly yoga to celebrity-grade fitness programming — span coast to coast and price points from accessible to splurge.
—Lauren Schuster, Sacbee.com, 9 May 2026
The property management company, Atlantic Hospitality, also oversees popular area retreats including Sandy Pines Campground in Kennebunkport and Salt Cottages in Bar Harbor.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
Top Wellness Retreats in the USA for 2026 The retreats below span the desert Southwest, Hawaii, South Florida and the mid-Atlantic, and each one approaches well-being a little differently.
—Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 May 2026
Where a spa weekend once meant a massage and a green smoothie, today’s high-end retreats deploy blood panels, cryotherapy pods and medical doctors to deliver measurable results — and charge accordingly.
—Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 6 May 2026
Luxury wellness retreats in 2026 are less spa vacation and more immersive health intervention — and the price tags reflect it.
—Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 6 May 2026
Stem is among the early waves of people participating in legal retreats in the United States built around the drug.
—Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 2 May 2026
Thailand Hosting coveted wellness retreats, this 44-room refuge on the outskirts of mountainous Chiang Mai is a secluded sanctuary focused on guests' health.
—Asa Canty, Travel + Leisure, 29 Apr. 2026
The weekends are planned in partnership with A Mother’s Rest, a non-profit organization that coordinates low-cost trips and retreats for caregivers or parents of children or adults with varying needs.
—Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026
Verb
As Elliot retreats from the devastating reality of his illness, father and daughter are forced to confront the unspoken truths between them.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 11 May 2026
As Elliot retreats from the devastating reality of his illness, father and daughter are forced to confront the unspoken truths between them.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 6 May 2026
Mindfulness programming is where retreats either invest or coast.
—Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 May 2026
As Siâvash increasingly retreats into imaginary characters, the documentary traces a sibling relationship shaped and strained by displacement, set against a backdrop of escalating tension between Iran and the United States that carries personal consequences for both subjects.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 24 Apr. 2026
Garcia retreats, the video shows.
—Ruben Vives, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
The visitors’ right-back, Lamare Bogarde, retreats a couple of steps to mark Cunha, creating more space for Fernandes down the United left.
—Ahmed Walid, New York Times, 22 Apr. 2026
The unconscious Moon retreats through your 12th House of Peace, trining take-charge Saturn in your 4th House of Care along the way.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 6 Apr. 2026
By Saturday night, geomagnetic activity weakens and retreats north, making aurora visibility in Iowa unlikely or very limited.
—Lucia Cheng, Des Moines Register, 20 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for retreats
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Investigators also learned that, at the time Prindle was discovered dead, a card in her name was still being used to make payments on an active utilities account, and English-Wheat used the same card to make at least four withdrawals in October 2025, police said.—
Bailey Richards,
PEOPLE,
9 May 2026
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At the same time, required minimum distributions (RMDs), which determine when withdrawals must begin from certain retirement accounts, can become more relevant as individuals approach later stages of retirement.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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Wildlife refuges and other nature areas protect 40% of Block Island, and residents are renowned for their fierce opposition to anything that might imperil their pristine Atlantic home.—
CNN.com Wire Service,
Mercury News,
8 May 2026
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The park preserves not only the trees, but also one of the last salt marshes and waterfowl refuges in Southern California.—
Kurt Snibbe,
Oc Register,
24 Apr. 2026
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For example, if a Medicare Advantage plan withdraws from a market or leaves the Medicare program, its enrollees can qualify for a supplemental plan without being asked health questions or charged more for having preexisting conditions.—
Julie Appleby,
CBS News,
22 Apr. 2026
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University officials deactivated the group the same day they were notified, citing campus policies that allow suspension of student organizations when a parent or governing body withdraws recognition or when groups violate state law.—
Garrett Shanley,
Miami Herald,
21 Apr. 2026
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So, Nawi flees on her wedding night.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
4 May 2026
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Searchlight is in development on Lottery, a Permut Presentations drama about a young man with Down syndrome who, after winning the lottery, flees his estranged mother and hits the road with a charming new friend who has ulterior motives of her own.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
29 Apr. 2026
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The combination of the shutdown, colleagues’ retirements, and policy changes had left her depleted and often physically sick.—
E. Tammy Kim,
New Yorker,
7 May 2026
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The bank has said retirements, people having fewer babies and the administration's mass deportation efforts are the likely causes.—
James Osborne,
Houston Chronicle,
6 May 2026
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Smaller thrift stores may re-donate unsold goods to shelters or other organizations, and items that still can't be reused are taken to specialized recycling centers in an effort to keep as much as possible out of landfills.—
Alexandra Kelly,
Martha Stewart,
13 May 2026
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Animal advocates said Mityana, a trading center in the country, is infamous for its sham dog rescue shelters.—
Christopher Edwards,
PEOPLE,
13 May 2026
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Awarded to a relief pitcher who enters with the lead, retires at least one batter, and does not relinquish the lead.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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Hummel also is a candidate to someday replace Bill Raftery on CBS’ lead college basketball announcing team if Raftery ever retires.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
6 May 2026
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The drone flies to your home, usually in about four and a half minutes.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
10 May 2026
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The route makes 18 nonstop flights that Alaska will operate in Boise, well ahead of Southwest Airlines, which flies to 10 cities nonstop.—
Kevin Fixler
May 8,
Idaho Statesman,
8 May 2026
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“Retreats.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/retreats. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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