casinos

Definition of casinosnext
plural of casino
as in pavilions
a freestanding airy structure in a scenic setting (as a park) typically offering commanding views on summer evenings dance bands would perform in the seaside casino

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Recent Examples of casinos In December 2024, however, the first of the three casinos in the Primm Valley Casino Resorts complex closed. Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 14 May 2026 Even casinos with bulging coffers have an upper limit. Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 12 May 2026 Oklahoma has some 130 casinos owned by Native American nations, but the economic impact of tribal governments spreads far beyond gaming. Tristan Bove, Fortune, 11 May 2026 Once known for its casinos, the city blossomed into a cultural hub with a thriving arts scene, especially in MidTown, where indie boutiques, elaborate street murals, and craft cocktail bars line the streets. Daria Bachmann, Travel + Leisure, 11 May 2026 Schwartz said tribal casinos in Southern California saw their prospects soar as Primm’s hotels teeter-tottered. Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2026 The women also allege they were not allowed to speak to or make eye contact with hotel staff and were required to follow Chasing Horse throughout the casinos. Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 9 May 2026 But unions say there is plenty of money for yearly raises, thanks to congestion pricing and casinos. Jennifer McLogan, CBS News, 8 May 2026 The bill, shared first with Semafor, comes amid Commodity Futures Trading Commission Chair Mike Selig’s argument in courts across the country that his agency should regulate the markets as derivatives exchanges, taking authority from states that want to treat them like casinos. Eleanor Mueller, semafor.com, 30 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for casinos
Noun
  • In addition to its 144 campsites, per the park’s website, amenities include two swimming pools, picnic areas, playgrounds, pavilions, a boat launch, tennis and basketball courts, and an amphitheater.
    Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2026
  • Engage at pavilions representing each state, with performances, demonstrations, contests, and showcases featured.
    Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 15 May 2026
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  • McDonald’s has continued redesigning restaurants around digital ordering kiosks and drive-thru focused layouts, where large self-service drink stations may no longer fit the company’s newer setup.
    Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 May 2026
  • The changes reflect a broader shift in McDonald’s restaurant design, with more locations moving toward digital ordering kiosks, limited front-counter interaction, and streamlined dining areas.
    Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 4 May 2026

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“Casinos.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/casinos. Accessed 18 May. 2026.

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