RESORTS (TO) Synonyms: 43 Similar and Opposite Words

resorts (to)

verb

present tense third-person singular of resort (to)

as in goes (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 haunts

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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In a Silence of the Lambs nod, Vision consults Ultron for insight into Paladin’s predator mind-set but quickly realizes Ultron leaked his location, enabling the attack.

— Tasha Robinson, Vulture, 14 Oct. 2026
Once a concept is approved, the team consults its roster of dancers to find someone who can embody the character and complement the choreographer’s vision.

— Tanya Fedak, Variety, 13 Oct. 2026

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CMOs should be working with their public relations colleagues to strengthen the brand narrative by creating opportunities for earned media coverage in those outlets that are feeding the LLMs the target audience frequents.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2026
The restrictions will be typically attached to signposts and buildings, Romano said, especially frequents around high-volume student residences.

— Grace Zokovitch, Boston Herald, 28 Aug. 2026

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Later, Fielder visits Seyfried at her apartment and shows her footage of Holmes watching her performance.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2026
Derrick is a Butler County native who visits The Lighthouse in Valencia every other week for food and other supplies.

— Corey Martin, CBS News, 14 Oct. 2026

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