1
as in to see
to make a social call upon
the club ladies make a point of visiting everyone who moves into the neighborhood
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2
as in to stay
to reside as a temporary guest
an old friend who comes to visit for a month every summer
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3
as in to chat
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 to haunt
to go to or spend time in often
visit Ireland for a few weeks every year
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5
as in to call
to make a brief visit
stopped to visit with my father on the way out of town
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as in visitation
a coming to see another briefly for social or business reasons
came by for a quick visit
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Recent Examples of visit
Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 31 July 2025
Social workers have visited only one site so far, where about a dozen households are staying.
—Jordan Smith, IndyStar, 31 July 2025
Shannon K. Kingston, ABC News, 31 July 2025
While Bourbon Steak is perfect for a lavish dinner, early risers can look forward to a truly impressive spread during a visit to Seasons, an elegant space that draws locals and tourists in droves thanks to its elevated breakfast dishes.
—Jared Ranahan, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
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Verb
The bespoke process, like my car and visit to the private office, is tailored to the individual.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 31 July 2025
Social workers have visited only one site so far, where about a dozen households are staying.
—Jordan Smith, IndyStar, 31 July 2025
Noun
Ahead of his visit to Gaza, Witkoff met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday.
—Shannon K. Kingston, ABC News, 31 July 2025
While Bourbon Steak is perfect for a lavish dinner, early risers can look forward to a truly impressive spread during a visit to Seasons, an elegant space that draws locals and tourists in droves thanks to its elevated breakfast dishes.
—Jared Ranahan, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for visit
Verb
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Suspect is Michael Paul Brown and was last seen in the Stumptown area.—
Jenna Sundel
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Aug. 2025
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Read on to see what’s in store for your sign this year with your monthly tarot horoscope, Leo.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Shorten the soft new growth so branches — and next year’s fruits — stay within reach.—
Nan Sterman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 Aug. 2025
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Ways to stay safe during a flood according to the NWS For either residents or campers of flood-prone, low-lying areas, take immediate action and seek higher ground.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Aug. 2025
Verb
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While chatting with Jori Epstein of Yahoo Sports, Metcalf sent a very bold warning to the rest of the league.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 July 2025
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In 1992, Epstein joined Trump for a party at Mar-a-Lago, where a video shows Trump chatting and laughing next to Epstein.—
Laura Trujillo,
USA Today,
25 July 2025
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Deep percussion, haunting choral chants, and soaring strings lend a sense of gravitas and grandeur to the show’s most intimate and epic moments.—
JP Mangalindan,
Time,
1 Aug. 2025
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Over the last few years, the Bronx Bombers haven't been too aggressive at the trade deadline, and it's come back to haunt them each season.—
Zach Pressnell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 July 2025
Verb
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Kia customers can also call customer care at 1-800-333-4542 or check out owners.kia.com/us/en/kia-owner-portal.html.—
Saleen Martin,
USA TODAY,
14 Feb. 2023
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If the bill was a mistake, call 1-800-HHS-TIPS to report it.—
Louise Norris,
Verywell Health,
14 Feb. 2023
Noun
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Inmates have access to work assignments, educational programs, and limited family visitation.—
Emma Marsden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Aug. 2025
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American visitors are second only to Canadians in park visitation, said Guy Thériault, the chief spokesperson for Parks Canada, which oversees 48 national parks.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 July 2025
Verb
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Joey’s parents encouraged him to talk to Sunseri and head coach DeShaun Foster to find out what was going on.—
Sam Khan Jr,
New York Times,
25 July 2025
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Police shared links to two videos on the Heston James Instagram account that showed Cobb talking to employees at two different businesses, including what appeared to be a Chipotle and an auto repair shop.—
Jose R. Gonzalez,
AZCentral.com,
25 July 2025
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The typical McDonald’s diner has only frequented one of its restaurants 25 times during the same period, according to Numerator.—
Amelia Lucas,
CNBC,
23 July 2025
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The excursion will also feature a trip to Strickland Bay in search of dolphins and other wildlife that frequent these waters.—
Joe Rassel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
23 July 2025
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“Visit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/visit. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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