ballroom

noun

Definition of ballroomnext
as in auditorium

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Recent Examples of ballroom Senate Republicans originally proposed adding $1 billion in taxpayer security funding for the ballroom as part of a sweeping immigration and border security package in May, but ultimately dropped that provision after significant bipartisan backlash. — Rachel Treisman, NPR, 7 Aug. 2026 In the months since then, above-ground portions of the ballroom have emerged from view. — Ted Johnson, Deadline, 7 Aug. 2026 In an initial ruling that the government also appealed, Leon barred aboveground work on the ballroom from proceeding without congressional approval. — Michael Kunzelman, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026 After a lower court earlier this year ordered a halt to above-ground construction, the president argued that permission from Congress to build the ballroom was unnecessary because public money was not being used to pay for it. — Michael Kunzelman, Los Angeles Times, 7 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for ballroom
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ballroom
  1. auditorium
  2. garden
  3. amphitheater
  4. arena
  5. theater
  6. hall
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  • The symposium was moved from a 400-seat auditorium at the National Gallery to a meeting room at Dumbarton Oaks that seats 80.
    — Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 12 Aug. 2026
  • The new Vista Point complex will add 193 independent living units, 72 assisted living residences, an indoor pool, performing arts auditorium, art studio and more, and ultimately will boost Fairview’s overall population to nearly 600.
    — Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of auditorium
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  • Mow Regularly Keeping your lawn and garden tidy with frequent mowing and weeding is the best way to ensure poison ivy never gets a chance to intrude.
    — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Its highlight is the private rooftop, reserved for hotel guests, with a saltwater pool, garden, cabanas, restaurant, and views of the Hollywood Hills.
    — Stephan Rabimov, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of garden
Noun
  • The amphitheater is nestled within a canyon, wooded and surrounded by hills on three sides.
    — David Allen, Daily News, 9 Aug. 2026
  • There is also the renovation of the Boboli Gardens’ amphitheater for public performances, the Fountain of Neptune, and the Isolotto [little island] basin.
    — Devorah Lauter, ARTnews.com, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of amphitheater
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  • The City's potential financing plan also includes new commercial property tax revenues generated within the Willow Bend Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) and other revenues generated by arena events.
    — Amelia Mugavero, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026
  • This historic event, promoted by Salita Promotions and broadcast on DAZN, marks Shields' Atlanta debut and the arena's first women's main event.
    — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of arena
Noun
  • The Invite opened in limited release on June 26 and expanded to theaters nationwide on July 10.
    — Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2026
  • In a major blow to the org’s solidarity, the CEOs of the two largest theater chains, AMC’s Adam Aron and Regal’s Eduardo Acuna, are throwing their support behind the $111 billion deal.
    — Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of theater
Noun
  • When the news was announced during a livestream on Tuesday, Mark Ford, the executive director of the hall, read a statement from Taylor.
    — Andrea Dresdale, ABC News, 11 Aug. 2026
  • There's another bedroom down the hall with a private balcony, as well as a smaller third room.
    — Finch Walker, USA Today, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of hall

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