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as in huts
a small, simply constructed, and often temporary dwelling
a small cabin that hikers along the Appalachian Trail use for overnight stays
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as in chambers
one of the parts into which an enclosed space is divided
an airplane cabin
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Recent Examples of cabins
As with the others, Bjorn and wife and creative director Julija’s thoughtful touches are everywhere, from the singular pieces of vintage decor that fill the rooms to the economical (and ecological) construction of the cabins.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Mar. 2026
Bea continued to work on aircraft, wiring pilots' cabins, until 1987.
—Irene Gonzalez, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026
Campspot highlighted the ranch’s creative accommodations and its many one-of-a-kind outdoor experiences including its ranch wagon accommodations, horse feeding and pet friendly cabins.
—Sacbee.com, 26 Mar. 2026
In recent years, however, rivals have been investing heavily in new cabins and more modern entertainment.
—Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 26 Mar. 2026
As standard, the 88 Ultima offers a generous layout with five ensuite cabins for 10 guests.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 25 Mar. 2026
There are 48 tiny sleeping cabins, able to accommodate 56 adults.
—Emily Bollinger, NPR, 25 Mar. 2026
Ships with barely 100 cabins that can access coves and fishing villages no megaship can touch.
—Elycia Rubin, HollywoodReporter, 24 Mar. 2026
The site will be home to 60 sleeping cabins that will likely be constructed by 2027.
—Hannah Elsmore, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Mar. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Mar. 2026
Bea continued to work on aircraft, wiring pilots' cabins, until 1987.
—Irene Gonzalez, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026
Campspot highlighted the ranch’s creative accommodations and its many one-of-a-kind outdoor experiences including its ranch wagon accommodations, horse feeding and pet friendly cabins.
—Sacbee.com, 26 Mar. 2026
In recent years, however, rivals have been investing heavily in new cabins and more modern entertainment.
—Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 26 Mar. 2026
As standard, the 88 Ultima offers a generous layout with five ensuite cabins for 10 guests.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 25 Mar. 2026
There are 48 tiny sleeping cabins, able to accommodate 56 adults.
—Emily Bollinger, NPR, 25 Mar. 2026
Ships with barely 100 cabins that can access coves and fishing villages no megaship can touch.
—Elycia Rubin, HollywoodReporter, 24 Mar. 2026
The site will be home to 60 sleeping cabins that will likely be constructed by 2027.
—Hannah Elsmore, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cabins
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Working in hail and snow, York and the others built log huts.—
Craig Fehrman,
The Conversation,
1 Apr. 2026
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Summit Huts already operates five backcountry huts in Summit County and will fundraise to build the Frisco hut.—
John Meyer,
Denver Post,
29 Mar. 2026
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The bill also loosens rules around building increasingly popular accessory dwelling units (ADUs) — such as granny flats, in-law suites or backyard cottages — alongside existing structures.—
Bob Woods,
CNBC,
29 Mar. 2026
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Zoning details, the number of wheeled cottages allowed on a lot and other considerations will be reviewed during the meeting.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
25 Mar. 2026
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There was a formal complaint that was sent to leadership in both chambers and the governor, saying, ‘This isn’t right.—
Angela Palermo,
Idaho Statesman,
3 Apr. 2026
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Both chambers signed the bill on April 1.—
Britta Miller,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Apr. 2026
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Across the Northeast, a host of summer camps deliver a mix of old-school camp experiences — complete with arts and crafts, s’mores and lakeside fun — but with decidedly adult upgrades such as cocktails and chic bunkhouses.—
Robin Roenker,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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Chinese immigrants who arrived during the California gold rush and built the Central Pacific railroad were attacked and expelled from towns and mining camps across the American West.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 Apr. 2026
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In addition, for almost two years, his wife, Deltah, drove Henard to Childress every Tuesday for infusions of Keytruda, an immune checkpoint inhibitor used to prevent recurrence of disease by attacking stray cancer cells that may still be circulating in the body.—
Caleb Hellerman,
CNN Money,
29 Mar. 2026
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The hybrid system outperformed the algorithm running on its own—suggesting that the biological cells were contributing to the learning process.—
Deni Ellis Béchard,
Scientific American,
28 Mar. 2026
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Just south of downtown San Jose, about 100 people live on the banks of Coyote Creek, where footpaths and improvised bridges connect a community of tents and wooden shacks — the city’s last sprawling homeless encampment.—
Grant Stringer,
Mercury News,
26 Mar. 2026
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Most schools take place in mud huts or shacks shared by dozens of young men, away from public glare.—
Mogomotsi Magome,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Mar. 2026
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Samsonite products feature extensive interior organization, providing multiple straps, pockets and compartments for items of various sizes to fit in when packing.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Mar. 2026
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Many times, trailers are specially modified to smuggle people with hidden compartments in case of inspections.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
24 Mar. 2026
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Top 5 Can’t Miss Sleep on the shores of one of Japan’s most scenic bays in the upscale Matsushima Sakan Shoan ryokan.—
Zoe Baillargeon,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Apr. 2026
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Others, like the ribbon weed that grows in the bays of Gathaagudu, Australia, poke their flowers from tiny spikes atop leafless stems.—
David George Haskell,
Big Think,
27 Mar. 2026
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“Cabins.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cabins. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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