Definition of amphitheaternext
as in auditorium
a large room or building for enclosed public gatherings the conference attendees crowded into the amphitheater for the keynote address

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Recent Examples of amphitheater The company will also divest up to 13 amphitheaters and reserve 50% of tickets for nonexclusive venues. Allie Canal, NBC news, 9 Mar. 2026 Live Nation would pay a $280 million fine and divest itself of at least 13 amphitheaters nationwide while opening its ticketing processes so competitors can share in the sale of tickets, the official said, adding that at least 10 states were expected to join the deal. Alanna Durkin Richer, Chicago Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026 Live Nation will reportedly also divest 13 of its amphitheaters and reserve half of its tickets for nonexclusive venues. Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 9 Mar. 2026 One appears to be leaning back in a feint or parry — described as resembling the perspective of a spectator at the amphitheater. Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 9 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for amphitheater
Recent Examples of Synonyms for amphitheater
auditorium
Noun
  • The auditorium at The Highland Center hosts everything from energetic clogging groups to toe-tapping bluegrass bands for a $5 entry fee (or with the festival keychain).
    Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 7 Mar. 2026
  • The plant and craft sale, which includes edible gifts, will be held at the in the auditorium of the Seven Oaks Community Center.
    Martina Schimitschek, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Mar. 2026

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“Amphitheater.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amphitheater. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.

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