as in haunts
a place for spending time or for socializing
a major part of the fun of alumni weekend is visiting the old stomping grounds
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haunts
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As North Texas sees an explosion in suburban growth, the birds could be flying back to old haunts and finding sprawling neighborhoods instead of wetlands.—
Emily Holshouser,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
21 Apr. 2026 -
Fortunately, our Food team, led by senior editor Danielle Dorsey, has some amazing recommendations for new favorites and old haunts that will fill your stomach and lift your spirits.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Apr. 2026
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“Stomping grounds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stomping%20grounds. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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