resort to

verb

resorted to; resorting to; resorts to
Synonyms of resort tonext
: to do or use (something) especially because no other choices are possible
He had to resort to asking his parents for money.

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The effect dissipates somewhat whenever Cahyono resorts to less suggestive, more blatantly surreal imagery. — Kambole Campbell, Variety, 10 Oct. 2026 Andrew Koneschusky, founder and CEO of Beltway Advisors, said Rogers appeared defensive at times, changing the subject and resorting to personal attacks. — Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 9 Oct. 2026 To cut costs, some buy out less frequently, resort to cheaper options, use discounts or loyalty programs, keep a strict budget, meal prep or forage for food at work. — Itzel Franco, CNBC, 9 Oct. 2026 Typically, only a low-value male resorts to this behavior, turning to foot-licking as the easiest way to ingratiate himself with women. — Tucker Reals, CBS News, 8 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for resort to

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“Resort to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/resort%20to. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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