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 hotel will blend historic charm with contemporary furnishings, along with a floating pool, several dining options, and a modern spa, overlooking the lake.
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Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 10 Nov. 2025
The Keenray Luxury Towel Warmer makes every bath or shower feel like a full-on spa experience with toasty-warm towels that smell great, thanks to its aromatherapy function.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 10 Nov. 2025
While Physique 57 has hosted pop-ups in the past, Maanavi highlighted the significance of this opportunity, given the access to the Guerlain spa.
—Emily Burns, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2025
Unwind at the spa, enjoy a cozy reading session at the library, or spend an afternoon at Strawberry Moon, the site’s swim club, restaurant, and bar rolled into one.
—Staff Author, Southern Living, 9 Nov. 2025
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Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 10 Nov. 2025
The Keenray Luxury Towel Warmer makes every bath or shower feel like a full-on spa experience with toasty-warm towels that smell great, thanks to its aromatherapy function.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 10 Nov. 2025
While Physique 57 has hosted pop-ups in the past, Maanavi highlighted the significance of this opportunity, given the access to the Guerlain spa.
—Emily Burns, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2025
Unwind at the spa, enjoy a cozy reading session at the library, or spend an afternoon at Strawberry Moon, the site’s swim club, restaurant, and bar rolled into one.
—Staff Author, Southern Living, 9 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spa
Noun
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Downstairs, there’s a spa and gym tucked into the garden level, plus a six-car garage, wine cellar, and private cinema below.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
6 Nov. 2025
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As routines shift and people look for more flexible ways to stay active, smart home gyms have stepped in—not just as convenient alternatives, but as serious tools built around personalization, data, and intelligent design.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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There would be no loud confetti poppers; instead, the students shot off streamers inside the gymnasium.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
18 Oct. 2025
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Maintain a safe distance from windows and avoid seeking refuge in large open rooms like cafeterias, gymnasiums, or auditoriums.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
14 Oct. 2025
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“Spa.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spa. Accessed 17 Nov. 2025.
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