as in bed
a place set aside for sleeping
crawled into their bunks and went to sleep immediately
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as in nonsense
language, behavior, or ideas that are absurd and contrary to good sense
the idea that the Great Wall of China is visible from the moon is pure bunk
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as in escape
the act or an instance of getting free from danger or confinement
he waited until everyone was looking the other way, then did a bunk from the room
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as in to house
to provide with living quarters or shelter
bunked the guest in the spare room
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Recent Examples of bunk
New Atlas, 14 Jan. 2025
Photo : Molly Culver The primary bedroom Photo : Molly Culver
There are six bedrooms, plus a couple of bunk rooms, each with a mix of antique and contemporary furnishings.
—Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 19 Dec. 2024
Emma Soren, Vulture, 26 Aug. 2024
The storm left many residents bunking with family or friends, sleeping in their cars, or sheltering in what’s left of their collapsing homes.
—Kate Payne and David R. Martin, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
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Noun
The Sycamore's true pièce de résistance, though, is its rear bunk room, which offers bed space for two while serving as a useful office space during daytime hours.
—New Atlas, 14 Jan. 2025
Photo : Molly Culver The primary bedroom Photo : Molly Culver
There are six bedrooms, plus a couple of bunk rooms, each with a mix of antique and contemporary furnishings.
—Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 19 Dec. 2024
Verb
Aesha kicks off a cabin shuffle: Iain will take the solo cabin, Bri will move in with Jono, Gael will move back with Aesha, and the new girl will bunk with Ellie.
—Emma Soren, Vulture, 26 Aug. 2024
The storm left many residents bunking with family or friends, sleeping in their cars, or sheltering in what’s left of their collapsing homes.
—Kate Payne and David R. Martin, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bunk
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Loftin Hall itself, the former student dining hall where the museum is housed, is noteworthy on its own, with beautiful Mexican tiles and sturdy wooden beams.—
Pam LeBlanc,
Southern Living,
26 Jan. 2025
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Mary is the director at the hospital where the Holmes Clinic is housed, and Chestnut and Aytes have fantastic chemistry despite their characters’ differing patient care tactics.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
26 Jan. 2025
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At the academy, Leonard roomed with Will Howard, the starting quarterback at Kansas State who, like Leonard, shared a similar backstory.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC News,
20 Jan. 2025
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Daisy also doesn’t want to split up the junior stews, so somehow the best solution is for Daisy and Gary to room together.—
Emma Soren,
Vulture,
3 Dec. 2024
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Each train is designed to accommodate over 400 passengers and will operate at speeds reaching up to 350 kilometers per hour (217 mph).—
Jonathan Granoff,
Newsweek,
29 Jan. 2025
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Inside, the open floor plan is perfect for family gatherings, with spacious living areas that easily accommodate both intimate get-togethers and lively celebrations.—
Cece Lesesne,
Southern Living,
29 Jan. 2025
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Visitors can camp in the desert with glamping tents some of the most popular.—
Ramsey Qubein,
Forbes,
19 Jan. 2025
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Advertisement Kristin Hannah on her new bestseller (Kevin Lynch Inc.) Kristin Hannah’s novels have a way of making bestseller lists and camping out there for a while.—
Chris Vognar,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Jan. 2025
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There are all-inclusive family resorts across the U.S. where lodging, meals, and activities are rolled into a single price, no passport required.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA TODAY,
28 Jan. 2025
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However, his truck's front end appeared lodged in dirt, making the rescue difficult.—
Anthony Trotter,
ABC News,
28 Jan. 2025
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Leaders are asking everyone to shelter at home Wednesday and stay off the roads until the ice melts.—
Carlie Kollath Wells,
Axios,
22 Jan. 2025
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Two families had been sheltering there when the attack happened just before dawn.—
Jennifer Jett,
NBC News,
17 Jan. 2025
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On a 2-on-1 entry into the offensive zone, McDavid nimbly handled the kick around the sliding defenseman and then fired a sharp-angle shot from tight and roofed it.—
Ryan Canfield,
Fox News,
16 Jan. 2025
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Since 1982, Rezendes and his helpers have built elaborate sets in his front yard and roof for the holidays.—
Susan Young,
People.com,
5 Dec. 2024
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“Bunk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bunk. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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