as in audience
a group of spectators
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Recent Examples of grandstand
Seco owns land surrounding the former LaGrave Field grandstand that was demolished in February.
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Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Jan. 2026
The grandstand was still up, covered in windblown debris as Leyba's home burned down.
—Liz Baker, NPR, 1 Jan. 2026
The race winner is in the shadows — literally — and out of view of many in the grandstands.
—Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 18 Dec. 2025
This year, the grandstand concerts alone pulled an average attendance of 10,660.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 17 Dec. 2025
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Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Jan. 2026
The grandstand was still up, covered in windblown debris as Leyba's home burned down.
—Liz Baker, NPR, 1 Jan. 2026
The race winner is in the shadows — literally — and out of view of many in the grandstands.
—Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 18 Dec. 2025
This year, the grandstand concerts alone pulled an average attendance of 10,660.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 17 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for grandstand
Noun
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Authorities called for additional measures to prevent overlap between performer and audience exit times and to minimize traffic disruption in the surrounding area.—
Hannah Abraham,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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Opinion journalism may be the most influential literary form in the United States, and novelists and poets have taken to mimicking political speech to engage with readers and grow their audiences.—
Dan Sheehan,
Literary Hub,
22 Jan. 2026
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These corridors allow guests to move between rooms, dining spaces, the spa, and fitness facilities without going outdoors—especially useful in winter—and double as informal galleries lined with work by regional artists.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Jan. 2026
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Take a ride somewhere and be outdoors, at our beaches, go hang out at the art galleries.—
Lisa Deaderick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Jan. 2026
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The fire broke out in the predawn hours Tuesday in a large house in the 11300 block of South Forest Avenue.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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That contrasts with traditional bespoke or site-built houses, put up mostly on the property.—
The Editorial Board,
Oc Register,
27 Jan. 2026
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Courts have long recognized that religious worship is entitled to protection, and both state and federal law prohibit intentional interference with a congregation’s ability to practice its faith.—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
24 Jan. 2026
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Ninety-five percent of his congregation doesn't speak English.—
Adam Duxter,
CBS News,
22 Jan. 2026
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“Grandstand.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grandstand. Accessed 28 Jan. 2026.
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