fleapit

noun

Definition of fleapitnext
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as in drive-in

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  1. drive-in
  2. multiplex
  3. cinematheque
Noun
  • Sonic's strong momentum, built on its unique drive-in service model and advanced digital platform (ICE), has been systematically undermined by owner Inspire Brands.
    — Clifford Hudson, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
  • Open during the golden age of outdoor theaters, the McHenry is the only remaining drive-in in the suburbs.
    — Rick West, Chicago Tribune, 20 July 2026
Definition of drive-in
Noun
  • The rest are retrofits like my local theater — ordinary multiplex auditoriums Imax began converting in the mid-aughts, giving them somewhat bigger screens, upgraded sound, and hefty surcharges.
    — Lane Brown, Vulture, 25 July 2026
  • Sony Pictures Entertainment has acquired the movie palace, which is a Los Angeles Historic Cultural Monument, and plans to reopen and restore the Dome and the adjoining multiplex under the operation of Alamo Drafthouse Cinema.
    — Brian Welk, IndieWire, 22 July 2026
Definition of multiplex
Noun
  • Retrospectives of his work played at prestigious European film festivals and cinematheques.
    — Mike Barnes, HollywoodReporter, 8 Feb. 2026
  • The cinematheque, situated in Eastern Paris, was forced to close its cinema theaters at the end of November after visitors complained that they had been bitten by bed bugs during a masterclass with Sigourney Weaver.
    — Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 18 Dec. 2025
Definition of cinematheque
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