resort (to)

verb

Definition of resort (to)next
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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2
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)
  1. haunt
  2. consult
  3. frequent
  4. visit
Verb
  • Some stay resolute to the cause; others are haunted by their actions in the past.
    Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 14 Nov. 2024
  • And, unlike the neighborhood house that is haunted by volunteers, these Halloween attractions are professional outfits staffed throughout the year, even though the window to turn a profit is far smaller, just a month or two around Halloween.
    Kate Gibson, CBS News, 31 Oct. 2024
Definition of haunt
Verb
  • To the extent that a reader has any questions regarding the applicability of any specific issue discussed above to his/her individual situation, he/she is encouraged to consult with the professional advisor of his/her choosing, including a tax advisor and/or attorney.
    Amy Wagner and Steve Hruby, The Enquirer, 22 Nov. 2024
  • Always consult your own legal, tax, or investment adviser before making any investment/tax/estate/financial planning considerations or decisions.
    Wes Moss, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
Definition of consult
Verb
  • People frequenting high-end restaurants balk at prices but still pay to fill dining rooms to capacity every night, Mid- and high-end restaurants would appear to have high check averages, but there may not be a turnover of tables as there had been before Covid.
    John Mariani, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
  • To keep residents safe, public health officials recommend: Avoiding areas frequented by wild rabbits and rodents.
    Lauren Penington, The Denver Post, 3 Nov. 2024
Definition of frequent
Verb
  • To purchase tickets online and for more information visit the show website.
    Pioneer Press, Twin Cities, 13 Nov. 2024
  • Stephen Colbert, who was disappointed that he was not crowned yet again, was soon visited by Krasinki, as all winners do every year since Paul Rudd.
    Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 13 Nov. 2024
Definition of visit
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“Resort (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resort%20%28to%29. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.

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