the terraces

plural noun

British
: a section of a stadium with wide steps where people stand to watch soccer matches

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One hundred and twenty-six supporters lost their lives after police fired tear gas into the terraces following two late goals from Hearts of Oak in a game against Asante Kotoko. Simon Hughes, New York Times, 17 June 2026 While television viewers focus on the race, business relationships that can move billions are being forged in the suites of the Hôtel de Paris, on the terraces of Casino Square, aboard superyachts in Port Hercule and at exclusive evening events. Christoph Lymbersky, Forbes.com, 16 June 2026 One of the best ways to tour the terraces is by train. Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 24 May 2026 Ralph later renovated the property by raising the roofline and enlarging the terraces and windows to better frame the water views. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 22 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for the terraces

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“The terraces.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20terraces. Accessed 16 Jul. 2026.

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