retreats (from)

present tense third-person singular of retreat (from)

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escapes
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  • One of the most iconic New England summer escapes, Nantucket is known for its clapboard cottages (and, sure, mega-mansions), sandy beaches, hydrangeas, and elite charm.
    Lindsay Cohn, Travel + Leisure, 9 Aug. 2026
  • When the Delgado family escapes their house, they are surrounded by other, far more hostile creatures.
    Skyler Trepel, PEOPLE, 8 Aug. 2026
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“Retreats (from).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/retreats%20%28from%29. Accessed 14 Aug. 2026.

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