gymnasiums

variants or gymnasia
Definition of gymnasiumsnext
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 Stay away from windows and do not go to large open rooms such as cafeterias, gymnasiums, or auditoriums. Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Apr. 2026 Maintain a safe distance from windows and avoid seeking refuge in large open rooms like cafeterias, gymnasiums, or auditoriums. Kansas City Star Weather Bot, Kansas City Star, 27 Apr. 2026 Maintain a safe distance from windows and avoid seeking refuge in large open rooms like cafeterias, gymnasiums, or auditoriums. Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 21 Apr. 2026
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gyms
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  • In practical terms, that means owning the interior of the unit — walls, floors, appliances and the living space itself — while sharing the exterior structure, hallways, elevators, lobbies and amenities such as pools, gyms or parking areas.
    Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 May 2026
  • Ice time is limited, equipment is expensive, and there are far fewer rinks than fields or gyms.
    Bobby Burack OutKick, FOXNews.com, 6 May 2026

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“Gymnasiums.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gymnasiums. Accessed 10 May. 2026.

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