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as in seeing
to make a social call upon
the club ladies make a point of visiting everyone who moves into the neighborhood
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as in staying
to reside as a temporary guest
an old friend who comes to visit for a month every summer
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as in chatting
to engage in casual or rambling conversation
tries to visit with her best friend on the phone at least once a week
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as in frequenting
to go to or spend time in often
visit Ireland for a few weeks every year
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as in calling
to make a brief visit
stopped to visit with my father on the way out of town
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Recent Examples of visiting
Cape Charles has fewer crowds in the off-season, so visiting during late spring or early fall is the best way to enjoy all the town's scenery and activities.
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Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2026
The issue is mostly with visitors coming to my house and us visiting relatives who are not aware of our day-to-day lives.
—R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026
But the moment that deeply moved his former manager came in the top of the first, as the veteran shortstop readied himself for his first at-bat at Fenway as a visiting player.
—Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 4 Apr. 2026
Voters can find more information about how to vote and see what else will be on their ballots by visiting the Missouri Secretary of State’s website.
—Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 4 Apr. 2026
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Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2026
The issue is mostly with visitors coming to my house and us visiting relatives who are not aware of our day-to-day lives.
—R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026
But the moment that deeply moved his former manager came in the top of the first, as the veteran shortstop readied himself for his first at-bat at Fenway as a visiting player.
—Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 4 Apr. 2026
Voters can find more information about how to vote and see what else will be on their ballots by visiting the Missouri Secretary of State’s website.
—Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 4 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for visiting
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That means residents are seeing larger chunks of their paychecks going to utilities compared to people in other places.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Sponsors began seeing themselves out on Monday, and the entire festival was quickly canceled after news of Ye’s ban broke on Tuesday.—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
8 Apr. 2026
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The man and his son went to the residence, where KARE 11 reported Way was staying since the fire, and that Way allegedly shot the child after getting into the car.—
Samira Asma-Sadeque,
PEOPLE,
13 Apr. 2026
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But for us, staying together just felt obvious.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
13 Apr. 2026
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After chatting at the show, the actor and makeup artist forged a friendship that eventually turned into a relationship after the death of his wife in 2009.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
PEOPLE,
12 Apr. 2026
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Keefe, an executive producer on the series, was in London, sitting in a director’s chair between setups in a mockup of Scotland Yard, when a guest of the episode’s director started chatting with him.—
Julian Sancton,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Apr. 2026
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The hotel draws corporate execs, Four Seasons loyalists, celebs in town for the annual film fest, and locals frequenting the bar, restaurant, or spa.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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Along the West Coast, Gen Zers are frequenting malls more, with California being the top state with a 62% gain in foot traffic, Furman said.—
Betty Lin-Fisher,
USA Today,
26 Mar. 2026
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Like our president, this is calling for me.—
Jack Fink
April 12,
CBS News,
12 Apr. 2026
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How to track your federal tax refund Taxpayers can check the status of their federal tax refunds on the IRS website, the IRS2Go mobile app, or by calling 800-829-1954.—
Bailey Allen,
Cape Cod Times,
11 Apr. 2026
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Smith said after talking to Gregg, Wheels Up reduced the price to $850, but storage fees for having the car since April 1 bring the grand total to at least $2,600.—
Liz Crawford,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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The brand promises results in four weeks—we’re talking reduced fine lines, dullness, and dark circles, along with improved elasticity, thanks to collagen-stimulating regrowth that encourages a more youthful appearance.—
Lauren Pardee,
InStyle,
13 Apr. 2026
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In addition to wandering tourists, expect to see theater crew, set designers, actors, and matronly sensei in pastel kimonos and big, pinned up hairdos haunting the vicinity.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 Apr. 2026
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The almost-haunting minute-and-a-half trailer begs the question — is Mulligan’s Lindsay happy with Isaac’s Josh.—
Nicole Fell,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Apr. 2026
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Organize comfortable chairs and decorative throws to create a cozy spot for conversing around the fire.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
3 Apr. 2026
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Set on a remote Scottish island, the film follows siblings Isla (Rankin) and Sandy (O’Rourke), who spend their days hunting birds, conversing with mythical beings, and fiercely fending off outsiders.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
19 Mar. 2026
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“Visiting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/visiting. Accessed 14 Apr. 2026.
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