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 pavilionThe 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
Garner stresses maintaining the human element, avoiding kiosks to preserve direct crew-customer interaction, believing technology should enhance, not replace, human connection.
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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.
This space houses a stone alcove bed, additional sleeping space, a generous kitchen, and a beautiful bathroom of stone and cocciopesto.
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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.