Definition of pavilionnext
as in kiosk
a freestanding airy structure in a scenic setting (as a park) typically offering commanding views the park's pavilions may be rented for wedding receptions and other social gatherings

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Recent Examples of pavilion The sales pavilion was standing room only, if that. Miami Herald, 14 June 2026 According to the team, the system generated enough formic acid to power a miniature diorama displayed at the pavilion, illustrating how an efficient artificial photosynthesis system could one day produce and store clean energy for use in household applications. Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 14 June 2026 Thousands of fans packed Fair Park in Dallas for the FIFA Fan Festival, where Mexico defeated South Africa 2-0 in the tournament’s opening match at a pavilion viewing area that holds up to 35,000 fans. Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 June 2026 Don’t miss the outdoor yoga classes taught outside on the beachside pavilion beneath the rainforest canopy twice per day (complimentary for all guests). Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for pavilion
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Noun
  • Garner stresses maintaining the human element, avoiding kiosks to preserve direct crew-customer interaction, believing technology should enhance, not replace, human connection.
    Peter High, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
  • Self-service kiosk systems, especially popular in fast-food and fast-casual concepts, often result in higher average orders and are beloved by diners.
    John Kell, Fortune, 17 June 2026
Noun
  • If the state collected more than $29 million each year, the overage was to be refunded to the casinos and licensed gaming companies.
    Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 18 June 2026
  • The United States has legal sports betting in 31 states and a full casino-and-sportsbook offer in only seven.
    Boaz Sobrado, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
Noun
  • This space houses a stone alcove bed, additional sleeping space, a generous kitchen, and a beautiful bathroom of stone and cocciopesto.
    Lucrezia Worthington, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 June 2026
  • Other highlights include a sunken living room centered around a fireplace, with a bay-windowed alcove that accommodates a grand piano beneath a vintage Murano milk-glass calla lily chandelier.
    Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 12 June 2026

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“Pavilion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pavilion. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.

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