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as in haunt
a place for spending time or for socializing
the island port was once the resort of smugglers, pirates, and other unsavory characters
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as in opportunity
something that one uses to accomplish an end especially when the usual means is not available
use this money only as a last resort
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Recent Examples of resort
My novel-in-progress is set at a beach resort between Naples and Rome.
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Erik Pedersen, Oc Register, 6 June 2025
The all-inclusive resort is among the properties in the peninsula’s hotel corridor.
—Emerson Clarridge, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 June 2025
In late 2021, COMO Hotels and Resorts came on to manage the resort and revamped the spa programming, incorporating wellness in everything from the menus to the daily activities.
—Samantha Brooks, Vogue, 3 June 2025
Zermatt is one of Switzerland's most exclusive Alpine resorts, visited by affluent European skiers.
—Clare Fisher, People.com, 26 May 2025
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Erik Pedersen, Oc Register, 6 June 2025
The all-inclusive resort is among the properties in the peninsula’s hotel corridor.
—Emerson Clarridge, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 June 2025
In late 2021, COMO Hotels and Resorts came on to manage the resort and revamped the spa programming, incorporating wellness in everything from the menus to the daily activities.
—Samantha Brooks, Vogue, 3 June 2025
Zermatt is one of Switzerland's most exclusive Alpine resorts, visited by affluent European skiers.
—Clare Fisher, People.com, 26 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for resort
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The building sits within the Cadogan Estate, just minutes from Harrods, Harvey Nichols, and the fashionable haunts of Sloane Street and Belgravia. Behind the building’s classic white exterior, the interiors are anything but traditional.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
12 June 2025
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Some include leads on the best hiking trails, places to do yoga, where to find the best coffee haunts, walking tours, things for families with young children to do.—
Lisa Vernon Sparks,
Charlotte Observer,
9 June 2025
Noun
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Those who take advantage of the opportunity can count on Aston Martin to store, maintain, and transport their vehicles to Valkyrie LM Performance Club driving venues.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
9 June 2025
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Oakley’s attorneys will have the opportunity to challenge MSG’s assertions in an opposition brief.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
9 June 2025
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Maryland’s method, by contrast, lacks predictability and places too much discretion in the hands of the comptroller, without transparency or meaningful recourse.—
Sakinah Tillman,
Baltimore Sun,
4 June 2025
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Government leaders must demand algorithmic audits, transparency about AI decision making and citizen recourse when errors occur.—
Darshan Tiwari,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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Companies initiate transformation journeys focused on streamlining operations, reducing costs, and optimizing resources, leveraging technology along the way to increase efficiency and profit margins.—
Forbes.com,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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In the modern era, another big transition to other food resources occurred.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
12 June 2025
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“Resort.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resort. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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