Thesaurus results for HALLS

halls

noun

plural of hall

as in hallways

the entrance room of a building the dinner guests hung their coats in the hall

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as in corridors

a typically long narrow way connecting parts of a building the bedroom is at the end of the hall

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as in auditoriums

a large room or building for enclosed public gatherings the concert hall was full

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as in lobbies

a centrally located room in a building that serves as a gathering or waiting area or as a passageway into the interior from the main hall of the museum, turn left to see the ancient pottery collection and turn right to see the mummies

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as in mansions

a large impressive residence Lord Plentiworth has opened his family's hereditary home, Richley Hall, to visitors on Tuesdays

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as in towers

a large, magnificent, or massive building on your right, you will see Parliament Hall, a splendid example of Georgian architecture

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Recent Examples of halls In these ornate halls, while those with more serious ailments might soak in mineral baths or endure being wrapped in a wet sheet for the sake of their health, others played cards, chatted with friends, and attended concerts. — Veronique Greenwood, Time, 9 July 2026 Which iconic horrors will return to haunt the hallowed halls of 13 and what new terrors await? — Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 9 July 2026 Accessibility and Sustainability Accessibility seemed to me a priority of the hotel, which has three ADA rooms and features accessible elevators, wheelchair-friendly halls and restaurant entries, and a handicap lift for the pool. — Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026 Democratic Maine Senate Candidate Graham Platner has canceled three campaign events this week, with no clear specification as to why his team chose to forgo the town halls. — Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 6 July 2026 Reporter Stephanie Breijo and senior food editor Danielle Dorsey wrote about their 15 favorite London pubs, food halls and bake shops. — Laurie Ochoa, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2026 Authorities have said highways around Tehran will be converted into temporary parking zones, while schools, mosques, universities and sports halls will be used to accommodate visitors. — Emma Graham, CNBC, 4 July 2026 The group’s formation is an indication of how the investigation of UAPs and the possibility of contact with intelligent alien life has gained acceptance in mainstream culture—and the halls of power. — Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 2 July 2026 In his remarks to colleagues, Kean described depression in terms that deserve to be heard well beyond the halls of Congress. — Brian Castrucci, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026

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Noun

To that end, the firm drew inspiration from the shapes of farmland structures and conceived a cluster of interconnected buildings that flow from one to another with a series of hallways.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 July 2026
Immigrants crowded waiting rooms and spilled into hallways as clerks raced to process around 100 people scheduled for an administrative hearing that morning.

— Itzel Luna, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2026

Definition of hallways

Noun

The Gaviota rest areas serve one of California's busiest coastal corridors, used by commuters, tourists and long-distance travelers moving between Southern and Central California.

— Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2026
After strikes on ships and the halt of ferry operations, Russia now depends solely on narrow land and bridge corridors.

— Marc Santora, New York Times, 4 July 2026

Definition of corridors

Noun

Remember, Brand New Day won’t have Imax as those auditoriums are committed to Universal’s Christopher Nolan epic The Odyssey in a three-week booking.

— Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 9 July 2026
Steer clear of windows and avoid seeking refuge in large open areas such as cafeterias, gymnasiums, or auditoriums.

— NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 6 July 2026

Definition of auditoriums

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One of their organizations, the Friends Council on National Legislation, has offices on Capitol Hill and lobbies for changes in immigration policies.

— Tesfaye Negussie, ABC News, 3 July 2026
The hotel lobbies and restaurants are full of people who aren’t staying there.

— Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 June 2026

Definition of lobbies

Noun

My retreats aren’t mansions or even homes, except in the most temporary sense.

— Nicholas D. Kristof, Mercury News, 3 July 2026
All of which is to say, there’s significant industry as well as affluence throughout the city—shiny downtown high-rises, luxury hotels, opulent restaurants, grand mansions dotting the Lake Washington shoreline.

— Sara Harowitz, Travel + Leisure, 3 July 2026

Definition of mansions

Noun

Haaland towers over his father and mentor, the former Norway international Alfie, and most opponents, but that late development is held up as an inspiration to youngsters in his homeland.

— Philip Buckingham, New York Times, 10 July 2026
Expect truffle pizza, lobster rolls, seafood towers, bottle specials, and French Mediterranean favorites alongside the skyline views.

— Amber Love Bond, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

Definition of towers

Noun

All of the Regent’s 167 rooms and suites come standard with entry foyers and separate living areas.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Mar. 2026
Too much architecture — too many foyers, signs, cafés, screens, glossy surfaces, bright colors, and walls — could ruin the raw, funky feel of the place.

— Justin Davidson, Curbed, 10 Feb. 2026

Definition of foyers

Noun

Boltanski’s haunting installation consists of rusting archive boxes stacked to form dark, narrow passageways.

— Jeff Chu, Travel + Leisure, 6 July 2026
With its whimsical interiors, hidden passageways, and sweeping harbor views, Beauport, the Sleeper-McCann House has become one of New England's most imaginative seaside estates.

— Rachel Holt, CBS News, 21 June 2026