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as in auditoriums
a large room or building for enclosed public gatherings
watched the hockey game in the new sports arena
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as in areas
a region of activity, knowledge, or influence
has a lot of influence in the local business arena
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Recent Examples of arenas
Wade joined the project as an executive producer through his company, 59th & Prairie Entertainment, helping bring visibility to a story that largely unfolds far from arenas and celebrity headlines.
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Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 13 Mar. 2026
Illinois may be a safe harbor for Democrats, but in other political arenas, electability will be a pivotal factor.
—Laura Washington, Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
If the internet’s reaction is any indication, arenas across the country might soon have a few more aspiring vocalists in the stands, ready to belt out throwback hits when the pressure is at its peak.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 11 Mar. 2026
The UConn men began selling out arenas for games against old, familiar rivals and won national championships in 2023 and ’24.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 8 Mar. 2026
Charismatic leaders such as Bob Knight, Gene Keady, Lou Henson, Lute Olson and Jud Heathcote commanded the spotlight, sparred with one another and drew flocks of fans to their arenas.
—Scott Dochterman, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026
Dressage has traditionally been the main discipline at the ranch, but jumping and Western riding have also made use of the arenas.
—David Caraccio
march 4, Sacbee.com, 4 Mar. 2026
New leagues like Unrivaled are selling out NBA arenas.
—Alexa Stone
updated March 4, Kansas City Star, 4 Mar. 2026
That bill is aimed at high prices in places where customers don’t have options to shop around, such as sporting arenas and hospitals.
—Nick Coltrain, Denver Post, 2 Mar. 2026
Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 13 Mar. 2026
Illinois may be a safe harbor for Democrats, but in other political arenas, electability will be a pivotal factor.
—Laura Washington, Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
If the internet’s reaction is any indication, arenas across the country might soon have a few more aspiring vocalists in the stands, ready to belt out throwback hits when the pressure is at its peak.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 11 Mar. 2026
The UConn men began selling out arenas for games against old, familiar rivals and won national championships in 2023 and ’24.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 8 Mar. 2026
Charismatic leaders such as Bob Knight, Gene Keady, Lou Henson, Lute Olson and Jud Heathcote commanded the spotlight, sparred with one another and drew flocks of fans to their arenas.
—Scott Dochterman, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026
Dressage has traditionally been the main discipline at the ranch, but jumping and Western riding have also made use of the arenas.
—David Caraccio
march 4, Sacbee.com, 4 Mar. 2026
New leagues like Unrivaled are selling out NBA arenas.
—Alexa Stone
updated March 4, Kansas City Star, 4 Mar. 2026
That bill is aimed at high prices in places where customers don’t have options to shop around, such as sporting arenas and hospitals.
—Nick Coltrain, Denver Post, 2 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for arenas
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Maintain a safe distance from windows and avoid seeking refuge in large open rooms like cafeterias, gymnasiums, or auditoriums.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Mar. 2026
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Steer clear of windows and avoid seeking refuge in large open areas such as cafeterias, gymnasiums, or auditoriums.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
11 Mar. 2026
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Investors say the technology could expand automation into areas that have historically been difficult for machines.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Mar. 2026
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During heavy rain, flooding is possible, especially in low-lying and flood-prone areas.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
11 Mar. 2026
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The department is also seeking to rein in the company's exclusive deals with amphitheaters.—
Taijuan Moorman,
USA Today,
10 Mar. 2026
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The key points of the settlement include an over $200-million payment, a divestment from some amphitheaters, a gradual end to exclusive ticketing contracts with venues, and opening up Ticketmaster’s platform to competitors.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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Dear Everything offers an antidote — the voices of visionary youth, powerful storytelling, inspirational music, and a deep devotion that opens portals to other realms.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
10 Mar. 2026
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Understandably, the private realms in which these quiet, simple moments unfolded are kept under lock and key.—
Stephanie Bridger-Linning,
Vanity Fair,
7 Mar. 2026
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The hardest problem in science The contents of our mental lives and the physical fabric of the reality we are immersed in appear to belong to two distinct domains.—
Conor Feehly,
Big Think,
10 Mar. 2026
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That alignment has made nuclear one of the rare domains where the direction of travel has proven durable across recent administrations.—
John Kerry,
semafor.com,
10 Mar. 2026
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The departments of Commerce, Housing and Urban Development and Transportation, along with the Federal Housing Finance Agency, are instructed to eliminate regulations and update programs that are reducing residential development.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Mar. 2026
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With headquarters in Oklahoma City, Homeland operates as a neighborhood grocery store offering fresh foods, full-service departments, and a distinctive community focus that sets it apart from national chains.—
Community's Choice Awards,
Oklahoman,
14 Mar. 2026
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Building the base Training robots requires far more complex data than most other AI fields.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Mar. 2026
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Just like the verdant fields in Borrego Springs, San Diego County’s visual arts landscape will be in full bloom this season, with a bounty of vibrant exhibitions and events to keep art lovers busy all spring.—
Michael James Rocha,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Mar. 2026
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All were active in Los Angeles — Williams, for instance, was a pivotal designer on the LAX Theme Building — and Smith interlaces decorative flourishes in varying styles that twist around one another to work up the Legacy Tower’s pointed spheres.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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Their bold blooms pair beautifully with floral sprays, spikes, spheres, and spillers, while the leggy stems of climbing roses provide the perfect support for daintier vines.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
7 Mar. 2026
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“Arenas.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/arenas. Accessed 17 Mar. 2026.
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