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summer camp

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noun

  • summer camps
    plural
  1. a camp, especially one for children during the summer, providing facilities for sleeping and eating, and usually for handicrafts, sports, etc.


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He arrives to break up the party with the energy of the businessman who plans to level the summer camp until he witnesses the final talent-show number.

From Salon Aug. 4, 2026

The gathering was prompted by an incident last week when Jenna Leventhal was on her way to drop off her daughter Ava at summer camp.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 31, 2026

Tuchel also spoke about how he likes to try to unwind during what has been a long summer camp.

From BBC Jul. 15, 2026

The lakefront property, known as Sunbeam Lodge, dates back to the early 20th century and had been a summer camp for boys, a sportsman’s hotel, and St. Lawrence University research center.

From MarketWatch Jul. 13, 2026

Despite its name, the school accepted older children for its summer camp, and the program provided a place for Bobby to go once the school year ended.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady

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