as in gymnasiums
a building or room used for sports activities and exercising
he decided to get up early and go to the gym to lift weights
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Recent Examples of gyms
On the road, ordinary gyms suddenly felt like coliseums.
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Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 12 Mar. 2026
Parents, students urge end to strikes Many parents, concerned about the wellbeing of their children, and students, tired of being crammed into gyms and overcrowded classrooms, are calling on Twin Rivers leaders to meet the union’s demands.
—Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 11 Mar. 2026
Augustine pointed out that the village had previously allowed gyms and exercise businesses that had little or no retail components.
—Hank Beckman, Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
And unlike many gyms, where the culture can drift into impersonality, Iron Bodyfit enshrines the human element at every turn, from face-to-face scheduling instead of app booking to personal check-ins that make members feel remembered.
—William Jones, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026
Exclusive restaurant memberships, gyms, creative spaces, social clubs and more are gaining more popularity as consumers search for ways to build community outside of their houses and offices.
—Laya Neelakandan, CNBC, 7 Mar. 2026
In theory, these recreation centers compete with private gyms and even nonprofits like the YMCA.
—Cameron Knight, Cincinnati Enquirer, 5 Mar. 2026
From March 19, the hair, body, and face products at Equinox gyms will be courtesy of the niche fragrance brand.
—Madeleine Schulz, Vogue, 5 Mar. 2026
The promotion includes gyms, dance studios and activity centers.
—Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Mar. 2026
Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 12 Mar. 2026
Parents, students urge end to strikes Many parents, concerned about the wellbeing of their children, and students, tired of being crammed into gyms and overcrowded classrooms, are calling on Twin Rivers leaders to meet the union’s demands.
—Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 11 Mar. 2026
Augustine pointed out that the village had previously allowed gyms and exercise businesses that had little or no retail components.
—Hank Beckman, Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
And unlike many gyms, where the culture can drift into impersonality, Iron Bodyfit enshrines the human element at every turn, from face-to-face scheduling instead of app booking to personal check-ins that make members feel remembered.
—William Jones, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026
Exclusive restaurant memberships, gyms, creative spaces, social clubs and more are gaining more popularity as consumers search for ways to build community outside of their houses and offices.
—Laya Neelakandan, CNBC, 7 Mar. 2026
In theory, these recreation centers compete with private gyms and even nonprofits like the YMCA.
—Cameron Knight, Cincinnati Enquirer, 5 Mar. 2026
From March 19, the hair, body, and face products at Equinox gyms will be courtesy of the niche fragrance brand.
—Madeleine Schulz, Vogue, 5 Mar. 2026
The promotion includes gyms, dance studios and activity centers.
—Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gyms
gymnasiums
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Maintain a safe distance from windows and avoid seeking refuge in large open rooms like cafeterias, gymnasiums, or auditoriums.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Mar. 2026
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Steer clear of windows and avoid seeking refuge in large open areas such as cafeterias, gymnasiums, or auditoriums.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Gyms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gyms. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.
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