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/kəʊstəl rɪˈtriːt/ · coast.al.retreat
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- A place, often a house or resort, located near the coast, providing a refuge or a temporary escape from the stresses of daily life. After a long year, she decided to spend her vacation at a cozy coastal retreat in Maine.
- A temporary or seasonal residence, often a beach house or a cabin, used by people who live or work in a nearby city. The family's coastal retreat in California was their favorite summer destination.
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Did you know? The concept of a coastal retreat has been popularized by the idea of a 'summer cottage' or a 'beach house', which has been a staple of American culture since the late 19th century.