as in theaters
a building or part of a building where movies are shown
got a job cleaning the cinemas at the multiplex
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Recent Examples of cinemas
By this weekend, Zootopia‘s memorable run in in cinemas will begin to wrap as Disney and Ayaz turn their attention to releasing Pixar’s Hoppers and prep for Zootopia’s debut on Disney+ on March 11.
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Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 4 Mar. 2026
Another focal point will be a spotlight on distribution, addressing efforts to give African filmmakers greater access to cinemas, streaming platforms and hybrid exhibition models and ensure homegrown content reaches audiences.
—Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 2 Mar. 2026
Moviegoers weren’t discouraged to go to the movies despite the cartel atrocities earlier in the week in Mexico where the Neve Campbell movie did $3M at 870 cinemas, +34% over Scream VI, and record debut for series and YTD.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 1 Mar. 2026
In the Mid-South alone, the movie will expand from the Paradiso IMAX auditorium to screens at the Collierville, Cordova, Desoto, Hollywood 20, Olive Branch, Ridgeway and Stage cinemas.
—John Beifuss, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 25 Feb. 2026
The theatrical business has been in flux in recent years as consumer habits have shifted, studios grapple with how long movies should play in cinemas before hitting the home market, and streaming siphons away potential releases.
—Sarah Whitten, CNBC, 25 Feb. 2026
The company, which specializes in mid-tier and luxury shopping centers, has added concert venues, lounges, open-air cinemas, rooftop restaurants and fashion talks — plus a steady stream of new retail banners, from Alo and H&M to Balenciaga, Comme des Garçons, Loewe and Tiffany & Co.
—Miles Socha, Footwear News, 19 Feb. 2026
Check your local cinemas for specific showtimes.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
In late 2020, Disney and Lucasfilm were very committed to getting Star Wars back to cinemas by December 2023, and those plans even included a behind-the-scenes teaser for a Rogue Squadron movie that still hasn't happened.
—Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 21 Dec. 2024
Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 4 Mar. 2026
Another focal point will be a spotlight on distribution, addressing efforts to give African filmmakers greater access to cinemas, streaming platforms and hybrid exhibition models and ensure homegrown content reaches audiences.
—Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 2 Mar. 2026
Moviegoers weren’t discouraged to go to the movies despite the cartel atrocities earlier in the week in Mexico where the Neve Campbell movie did $3M at 870 cinemas, +34% over Scream VI, and record debut for series and YTD.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 1 Mar. 2026
In the Mid-South alone, the movie will expand from the Paradiso IMAX auditorium to screens at the Collierville, Cordova, Desoto, Hollywood 20, Olive Branch, Ridgeway and Stage cinemas.
—John Beifuss, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 25 Feb. 2026
The theatrical business has been in flux in recent years as consumer habits have shifted, studios grapple with how long movies should play in cinemas before hitting the home market, and streaming siphons away potential releases.
—Sarah Whitten, CNBC, 25 Feb. 2026
The company, which specializes in mid-tier and luxury shopping centers, has added concert venues, lounges, open-air cinemas, rooftop restaurants and fashion talks — plus a steady stream of new retail banners, from Alo and H&M to Balenciaga, Comme des Garçons, Loewe and Tiffany & Co.
—Miles Socha, Footwear News, 19 Feb. 2026
Check your local cinemas for specific showtimes.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
In late 2020, Disney and Lucasfilm were very committed to getting Star Wars back to cinemas by December 2023, and those plans even included a behind-the-scenes teaser for a Rogue Squadron movie that still hasn't happened.
—Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 21 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cinemas
theaters
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Those films launched to $39 million and $20 million, respectively, in the United States, but failed to stay in theaters long enough to justify their $150 million-plus budget.—
Jack Dunn,
Variety,
7 Mar. 2026
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Its open-air ancient ruins—temples, houses, theaters—are well-preserved and include the Terrace of Lions, private residences, and the Sanctuary of Apollo.—
Katie Silcox,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Mar. 2026
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“Cinemas.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cinemas. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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