as in audience
a group of spectators
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Recent Examples of grandstand
There are plenty of viewing spots along the waterfront, but grandstand tickets for prime viewing can be purchased.
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Jane Tyska, The Mercury News, 23 Mar. 2025
Many grandstands were noticeably bare through the practice sessions, probably due to their relatively low importance and the bevy of alternative options for those in Las Vegas to stay entertained.
—Luke Smith, The Athletic, 25 Nov. 2024
There was a time when Martinsville Speedway was overbuilt and some of the grandstands at the facility were taken down to create a better experience for the fans that wanted the Martinsville experience.
—Bruce Martin, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024
Consistently providing some of the best live-music value in the Boise market, the fair just revealed its grandstand entertainment for this summer.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 8 Apr. 2025
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Jane Tyska, The Mercury News, 23 Mar. 2025
Many grandstands were noticeably bare through the practice sessions, probably due to their relatively low importance and the bevy of alternative options for those in Las Vegas to stay entertained.
—Luke Smith, The Athletic, 25 Nov. 2024
There was a time when Martinsville Speedway was overbuilt and some of the grandstands at the facility were taken down to create a better experience for the fans that wanted the Martinsville experience.
—Bruce Martin, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024
Consistently providing some of the best live-music value in the Boise market, the fair just revealed its grandstand entertainment for this summer.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 8 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for grandstand
Noun
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Midway through the first season of Étoile, a lavish dramedy set in the realm of elite professional ballet, the greatest and most volatile dancer in the world uses her curtain call to address the audience.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
23 Apr. 2025
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In general, live sports draw the largest audiences for both traditional TV and streaming platforms.—
Lillian Rizzo,
CNBC,
23 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Noise from the gallery, such as guests speaking, is converted into electrical signals that are fed back into the blobs.—
Lillian Ali,
Smithsonian Magazine,
23 Apr. 2025
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The gallery, which was not identified by authorities, then notified the auction house and the FBI that the work was stolen, according to the news release.—
Kaitlyn Huamani,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The house was filled with physical evidence: A bloody palm print.—
Gina Barton,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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Our story begins in spring, when the group traditionally assembles at Nick and Anne’s beautiful lake house.—
Alan Sepinwall,
Rolling Stone,
1 May 2025
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In 1949, the building was sold to an African Methodist Episcopal congregation and renamed Clayborn Temple, according to the release.—
Adrian Sainz and Travis Loller,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2025
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The congregations will continue daily, starting at 9 a.m. (3 a.m. ET) except for on May 1 and May 4.—
Christopher Lamb,
CNN Money,
28 Apr. 2025
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“Grandstand.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grandstand. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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