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as in hut
a small, simply constructed, and often temporary dwelling
a small cabin that hikers along the Appalachian Trail use for overnight stays
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Recent Examples of cabin
The car cabin is now a technology showcase that serves up equal parts information and entertainment.
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Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Apr. 2025
In the traditional cabin our group crowded into, 16 fishermen shared four beds in a two-level space not much larger than a hotel suite.
—Blane Bachelor, AFAR Media, 9 Apr. 2025
Among the favorites are an Appalachian cabin with a hot tub, a geodesic star-viewing station, and a luxury Conestoga wagon compound.
—Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
The larger cabins are chalet-style and individually decorated.
—Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
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Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Apr. 2025
In the traditional cabin our group crowded into, 16 fishermen shared four beds in a two-level space not much larger than a hotel suite.
—Blane Bachelor, AFAR Media, 9 Apr. 2025
Among the favorites are an Appalachian cabin with a hot tub, a geodesic star-viewing station, and a luxury Conestoga wagon compound.
—Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
The larger cabins are chalet-style and individually decorated.
—Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cabin
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While there was a higher body count in Taormina and Thailand, in terms of work culture Maui seems to be the most loosey-goosey of the resort locations with the staff going down K-holes and sleeping with guests in beachside huts.—
Eddie Mouradian,
Vulture,
7 Apr. 2025
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They are thought to live in three groups in both large communal huts and more informal shelters on the beach.—
Esha Mitra,
CNN Money,
4 Apr. 2025
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This has led to a growth in private development of new student housing with many older cottage style houses being demolished to make way for boxy duplexes.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Apr. 2025
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The Isle of Harris, farther south from North Uist, is also a great place to catch them wandering along the beach, says Jackie Robertson, the owner of Knoydart House, an award-winning, luxury, self-catering cottage in Mallaig, Scotland.—
Emese Maczko,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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The first Muslim to serve in the chamber, Essayli became known for his willingness to go toe-to-toe with Democrats on culture war issues, but less so for his legislative successes.—
Lia Russell,
Sacbee.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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In recent years, he's become the leading progressive voice in the Senate, wielding significant influence in the chamber.—
Kaia Hubbard,
CBS News,
13 Apr. 2025
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These are players whose names wouldn't be on everybody's lips, even three camps ago.—
Michael Lewis,
Forbes.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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But don’t be surprised if Miami adds another young quarterback because the Dolphins need an extra arm or two for training camp.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2025
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Pineapple extract is in the mix to gently boost cell turnover.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
10 Apr. 2025
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In addition, these same poisons can damage a cell’s DNA which can allow that cell to grow out of control and cause cancer.—
Omer Awan,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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There’s this little shack down near my place in Mexico.—
Devon Ivie,
Vulture,
11 Apr. 2025
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At the Flora-Bama, everybody’s welcome, and for many folks, their first pilgrimage to this sprawling shack on the beach begets a second one—and maybe a hundred more after that.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
29 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Waterproof storage bags tend to be thicker and come with waterproof compartments.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
16 Apr. 2025
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Inner compression netting and compartments keep everything in place and well-organized, making for a well-rounded bag that will serve you – or mom – very well.—
Rebecca Deurlein,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Fifteen years after her husband’s drowning in the nearby bay, Tressilian’s days are spent in a cranky routine: grumbling over the obscene resort stationed on the opposite bluff, reading London’s gossip columns, and summoning the household help with the insistent ringing of a bedroom call bell.—
Erik Morse,
Vogue,
15 Apr. 2025
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Some cooks use bay leaves in the pantry to deter moths, weevils, and other pests.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Cabin.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cabin. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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