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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
American is likewise revamping its wide-body planes with larger, single business-class cabins, putting in a three-class cabin on new Airbus narrow-bodies and expanding its airport lounges.
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Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 7 Feb. 2026
Some 67 guests were riding in roughly 20 cabins at the time.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 7 Feb. 2026
After all the fighting and rounds of hamburgers and hot dogs on the grill, everyone retired to their respective cabins.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 5 Feb. 2026
From cozy cabins to cottagecore garden houses, these Amazon tiny homes are teen-approved and cheaper than a room remodel.
—Sarah Scott, Parents, 5 Feb. 2026
Even as water started seeping into the cabins scattered along the riverbank, Edward Eastland insisted the campers stay put and climb to the top bunks, the lawsuit says.
—Hayley Walker, NBC news, 5 Feb. 2026
Tenzen is an adults-only retreat with modern cabins featuring living areas, queen-size beds, and kitchenettes, but the main highlight is the bathroom and private outdoor hot springs tub.
—Molly Allen, Travel + Leisure, 5 Feb. 2026
For families looking to slow down, unplug (there are no TVs in the cabins or lodges), and spend meaningful time together.
—Ronny Maye, Essence, 1 Feb. 2026
The spa Nestled away from the main base up among the cabins, the spa is its own quiet sanctuary worth the trek over.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026
Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 7 Feb. 2026
Some 67 guests were riding in roughly 20 cabins at the time.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 7 Feb. 2026
After all the fighting and rounds of hamburgers and hot dogs on the grill, everyone retired to their respective cabins.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 5 Feb. 2026
From cozy cabins to cottagecore garden houses, these Amazon tiny homes are teen-approved and cheaper than a room remodel.
—Sarah Scott, Parents, 5 Feb. 2026
Even as water started seeping into the cabins scattered along the riverbank, Edward Eastland insisted the campers stay put and climb to the top bunks, the lawsuit says.
—Hayley Walker, NBC news, 5 Feb. 2026
Tenzen is an adults-only retreat with modern cabins featuring living areas, queen-size beds, and kitchenettes, but the main highlight is the bathroom and private outdoor hot springs tub.
—Molly Allen, Travel + Leisure, 5 Feb. 2026
For families looking to slow down, unplug (there are no TVs in the cabins or lodges), and spend meaningful time together.
—Ronny Maye, Essence, 1 Feb. 2026
The spa Nestled away from the main base up among the cabins, the spa is its own quiet sanctuary worth the trek over.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cabins
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With the help of private alpine guides, adventurous types can indulge in ski safaris (where guests swoosh across multiple mountains over the course of a day or more and visit various rifugios — authentic mountain huts) and even ski with a legend of the sport.—
Elycia Rubin,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Feb. 2026
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Just off the gondola entrance sits Club Moritzino, one of the Dolomites’ most enduring mountain huts and a buzzing lunch and apres-ski destination.—
Chadner Navarro,
Vogue,
10 Feb. 2026
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Two of the four cottages can be connected via a secret armoire doorway to create a three-bedroom escape that’s perfect for families.—
Todd Plummer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Feb. 2026
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Mustique also has a small hotel, Cotton House, where 17 guest rooms and suites are arranged between a two-story building and a series of garden cottages.—
Flora Stubbs,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Feb. 2026
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Previous versions of the bill failed to gain traction in both chambers last year.—
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA Today,
14 Feb. 2026
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Lawmakers in both chambers were on notice, however, to return if a deal to end the shutdown is struck.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 Feb. 2026
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Considerations for base camps include proximity/easy travel to and from game sites, distance from the airport, privacy, security, quality of training fields and fitness equipment, accommodations for fans and media, and recreational opportunities.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
5 Feb. 2026
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Holly Blastic said the start date is too early for families, who might have to forgo August vacations and family time, and ending May 22 isn’t realistic for families who rely on child care because many park district programs and summer camps don’t begin until June.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Feb. 2026
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Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance the body uses to build cells and make hormones such as testosterone and estrogen.—
Akshay Syal,
NBC news,
8 Feb. 2026
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Anticipating the cold temperatures, a jail official directed employees to provide two blankets to inmates in the coldest cells.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
8 Feb. 2026
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And while anglers aren't out fishing in heated ice houses or mobile shacks, the surrounding area has plenty of entertainment, the list noted.—
Kelli Arseneau,
jsonline.com,
4 Feb. 2026
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While locals may swear by roadside lobster shacks, there’s nothing wrong with splurging on the best seafood in town.—
Emma Simard,
Saveur,
4 Feb. 2026
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Its two-liter capacity is divided into several compartments, including a back slip pocket, an exterior zippered pocket, and several slip and zippered pockets on its inside, too.—
Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Feb. 2026
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During the service, passengers are seated in one of six private compartments with a table and chairs situated beside an oversized window.—
Jessica Puckett,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Feb. 2026
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The rain moved into the region closer to San Francisco, including some areas in the East and South bays, in the afternoon, Murdock said.—
Rick Hurd,
Mercury News,
10 Feb. 2026
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Puerto Rico is an adventure paradise, complete with glow-in-the-dark bays to paddle and one of the largest cave systems in the world to explore.—
Kathleen Rellihan,
Outside,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Cabins.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cabins. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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