as in gym
a building or room used for sports activities and exercising
a six-month membership in a health spa with the specific purpose of losing weight
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Recent Examples of spa
The soap smelled like a spa and the Crème de Marfil heated floors and walls kept us all warm when drying off.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 June 2026
The festival’s final evening closed at the Five-Star spa, whose tranquil pool deck transformed into the official afterparty, complete with a DJ.
—Jennifer Kester, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Up top, the sizable sundeck, partially covered by a hardtop, features a panoramic spa pool with views of all below.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 12 June 2026
This extra touch of spa-like function is the perfect addition to any luxe shower setup.
—Sophie Aliece Hollis, Martha Stewart, 11 June 2026
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 June 2026
The festival’s final evening closed at the Five-Star spa, whose tranquil pool deck transformed into the official afterparty, complete with a DJ.
—Jennifer Kester, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Up top, the sizable sundeck, partially covered by a hardtop, features a panoramic spa pool with views of all below.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 12 June 2026
This extra touch of spa-like function is the perfect addition to any luxe shower setup.
—Sophie Aliece Hollis, Martha Stewart, 11 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spa
Noun
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Kardashian has been one of the most vocal celebrities about using exercise to relieve stress, describing the gym as essential for clearing her head and managing anxiety.—
Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
10 June 2026
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Other highlights include a French country-style kitchen, a gym, and a 300-bottle wine cellar.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
10 June 2026
Noun
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Steer clear of windows and avoid seeking refuge in large open areas such as cafeterias, gymnasiums, or auditoriums.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
14 June 2026
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Perhaps the most similar to Sunday’s event and the presidency — in sport, not spectacle — is President Theodore Roosevelt, who famously enjoyed boxing in the White House gymnasium until he was injured.—
Phil Helsel,
NBC news,
11 June 2026
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“Spa.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spa. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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