gymnasiums

variants or gymnasia
plural of gymnasium
as in gyms
a building or room used for sports activities and exercising since it was raining, the kids had recess in the gymnasium

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Recent Examples of gymnasiums Steer clear of windows and avoid large open spaces like cafeterias, gymnasiums, or auditoriums. Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 10 July 2026 The facility would include three swimming pools, exercise rooms, gymnasiums, and a walking and jogging track. Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026 Public speakers questioned why some classes got to graduate in expensive venues such as Hard Rock Live at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Hollywood and Nova Southeastern University’s Don Taft Center, while most others were scheduled for high school gymnasiums. Scott Travis, Sun Sentinel, 24 Jan. 2026 Board Chair Sarah Leonardi said the district is confronting significant financial realities as members considered school closures, boundary adjustments, and a proposal to move some high school graduations from large venues to on‑campus gymnasiums. Anna McAllister, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026 The school district adopted several cost-saving measures, like the controversial decision to hold the majority of high school graduation ceremonies at school gymnasiums instead of costly off-campus venues, to save $500,000. Amanda Rosa, Miami Herald, 22 Jan. 2026
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gyms
Noun
  • During pandemic-era lockdowns, when everything from gyms and night clubs to pubs were shut, running exploded in popularity, with Gen Z pushing the surge.
    Mustafa Qadri, CNN Money, 25 July 2026
  • Business Insider also found videos of creators using the glasses to film offensive pranks or asking women out at gyms.
    Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 24 July 2026

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