1
as in to go (to)
to use or seek out as a source of aid, relief, or advantage
unable to achieve their ends politically, some of the opposition groups have begun to resort to violence
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as in to haunt
to go to or spend time in often
resorted to the library whenever he felt the need for a little peace and quiet
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for resort (to)
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That glee in the face of pain may come back to haunt Trump.—
Maureen Dowd,
The Mercury News,
25 Feb. 2025 -
Yet a form of capitulation has haunted the opening salvos of the Trump administration’s negotiating plan – Hegseth gifting Moscow with the prospect of Ukraine not joining NATO or recovering territory, before talks had apparently begun.—
Nick Paton Walsh,
CNN,
24 Feb. 2025
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Gomez and Walsh even consulted the Hollywood icon’s former tailor while planning the look, the stylist revealed.—
Taylor Nicioli,
CNN,
3 Mar. 2025
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Always consult a healthcare provider before adding zinc supplements to your wellness routine.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Verywell Health,
3 Mar. 2025
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The whale-watching expedition explores the Bay of Cabo San Lucas, the famous Cabo Arch, the golden sands of Lover’s Beach, and the majestic humpback whales that frequent the Sea of Cortez.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes,
12 Feb. 2025
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For those who frequent the practice range, the MLM model ($299) fits easily in a golf bag.—
Edgar Thompson,
Orlando Sentinel,
7 Feb. 2025
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Passengers will visit Puerto Plata in the Dominican Republic, San Juan, Puerto Rico, and Royal Caribbean’s private Bahamas destination, Perfect Day at CocoCay.—
Nathan Diller,
USA TODAY,
25 Feb. 2025
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Most recently, the TV personality visited Marrakech with her 2-year-old and longtime husband, Maximillion Cooper.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
25 Feb. 2025
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“Resort (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resort%20%28to%29. Accessed 8 Mar. 2025.
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