as in haunts
a place for spending time or for socializing
a favorite hangout of senior citizens is the local community center
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Recent Examples of hangouts
The club grew large and powerful quickly, and formed branches in surrounding areas and high schools so other Latins could join and have hangouts of their own.
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Literary Hub, 1 Apr. 2026
In 2015, he was seen at such Magnolia Avenue hangouts as Ellerbe Fine Foods, Shinjuku Station, cocktail bar The Usual and its sister pub The Chat Room, as well as Del Frisco’s Double Eagle, downtown cocktail bar Thompson’s and at Woodshed Smokehouse.
—Dallas Morning News, 16 Mar. 2026
In 2015, he was seen at such Magnolia Avenue hangouts as Ellerbe Fine Foods, Shinjuku Station, cocktail bar The Usual and its sister pub The Chat Room, as well as Del Frisco’s Double Eagle, downtown cocktail bar Thompson’s, and at Woodshed Smokehouse.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Mar. 2026
Whether any of these are actual relationships, casual hangouts, or just people existing in the same spaces, the breadcrumb trail across YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and X has given fans plenty to work with.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 3 Mar. 2026
From May through October, Horsefeather Social on the seventh floor delivers open-air drinks, firepit hangouts, and even more city views—arrive right before sunset for the best light.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Mar. 2026
And this classic design comes with five pieces (two swivel chairs, one loveseat, two marble-top nesting tables, and cushions for all of the seating) that will take your outdoor hangouts to a new comfy level.
—Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Feb. 2026
These hangouts offer free nighttime access and some of the best sunset views in the region.
—Stephanie Vermillion, Outside, 18 Feb. 2026
For Muslims, many of whom eschew alcohol, and for anyone seeking liquor-free or family-friendly social options, the cafes are hospitable hangouts and a late-night alternative to nighttime clubbing.
—Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 14 Feb. 2026
Literary Hub, 1 Apr. 2026
In 2015, he was seen at such Magnolia Avenue hangouts as Ellerbe Fine Foods, Shinjuku Station, cocktail bar The Usual and its sister pub The Chat Room, as well as Del Frisco’s Double Eagle, downtown cocktail bar Thompson’s and at Woodshed Smokehouse.
—Dallas Morning News, 16 Mar. 2026
In 2015, he was seen at such Magnolia Avenue hangouts as Ellerbe Fine Foods, Shinjuku Station, cocktail bar The Usual and its sister pub The Chat Room, as well as Del Frisco’s Double Eagle, downtown cocktail bar Thompson’s, and at Woodshed Smokehouse.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Mar. 2026
Whether any of these are actual relationships, casual hangouts, or just people existing in the same spaces, the breadcrumb trail across YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and X has given fans plenty to work with.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 3 Mar. 2026
From May through October, Horsefeather Social on the seventh floor delivers open-air drinks, firepit hangouts, and even more city views—arrive right before sunset for the best light.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Mar. 2026
And this classic design comes with five pieces (two swivel chairs, one loveseat, two marble-top nesting tables, and cushions for all of the seating) that will take your outdoor hangouts to a new comfy level.
—Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Feb. 2026
These hangouts offer free nighttime access and some of the best sunset views in the region.
—Stephanie Vermillion, Outside, 18 Feb. 2026
For Muslims, many of whom eschew alcohol, and for anyone seeking liquor-free or family-friendly social options, the cafes are hospitable hangouts and a late-night alternative to nighttime clubbing.
—Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 14 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hangouts
haunts
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There’s a lot of historical buildings from 75 years ago that are favored haunts, and then there’s a lot of rock ‘n’ roll clubs from 50 years ago, like the Troubadour and the Whisky a-Go-Go.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
21 Mar. 2026
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Shane, whose run in All Out at the Nederlander Theater ends March 8, took some time to show Condé Nast Traveler some of his favorite Manhattan haunts—from a five-star hotel to a tawdry nightclub to the first brow aesthetician that put him at ease.—
Charlie Hobbs,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 Mar. 2026
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