as in pavilions
a freestanding airy structure in a scenic setting (as a park) typically offering commanding views
the kiosk in the waterfront park is a favorite meeting place for city residents
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Recent Examples of kiosks
Two people were killed and at least 18 injured, including four children aged 5, 10, 13 and 12, by a Russian drone attack in the central Zaporizhzhia region that damaged residential buildings and vehicles and destroyed market kiosks, said the regional military administration head, Ivan Fedorov.
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ABC News, 8 June 2026
One traveler at Brussels Airport told Newsweek that biometric kiosks were not yet operating or out of service, and communication to passengers was lacking.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 8 June 2026
The airline's bright yellow kiosks now serve as a reminder of the airline.
—Bri Buckley, CBS News, 5 June 2026
Inmates reported limited access to hygiene supplies and noted that loose wires were hanging from the ceiling due to unfinished visitation kiosks during the first few days of operation.
—Ben Wheeler
june 4, Kansas City Star, 4 June 2026
The scale is staggering — free maps are available at information kiosks to help navigate.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 29 May 2026
Parking at Goodwin Field is $12, payable at kiosks in the parking area and on the ParkMobile app.
—Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 27 May 2026
Select Bus Service routes require riders to buy paper tickets at bus stop kiosks.
—John Annese, New York Daily News, 26 May 2026
The airport does not lack grab-and-go kiosks, but most offer last-resort, running-to-the-gate foods.
—Kate Williams, AJC.com, 22 May 2026
ABC News, 8 June 2026
One traveler at Brussels Airport told Newsweek that biometric kiosks were not yet operating or out of service, and communication to passengers was lacking.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 8 June 2026
The airline's bright yellow kiosks now serve as a reminder of the airline.
—Bri Buckley, CBS News, 5 June 2026
Inmates reported limited access to hygiene supplies and noted that loose wires were hanging from the ceiling due to unfinished visitation kiosks during the first few days of operation.
—Ben Wheeler
june 4, Kansas City Star, 4 June 2026
The scale is staggering — free maps are available at information kiosks to help navigate.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 29 May 2026
Parking at Goodwin Field is $12, payable at kiosks in the parking area and on the ParkMobile app.
—Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 27 May 2026
Select Bus Service routes require riders to buy paper tickets at bus stop kiosks.
—John Annese, New York Daily News, 26 May 2026
The airport does not lack grab-and-go kiosks, but most offer last-resort, running-to-the-gate foods.
—Kate Williams, AJC.com, 22 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kiosks
pavilions
Noun
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The week of previews leading up to the public opening was characterized by loud protests outside the Israeli and Russian pavilions.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 June 2026
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According to an open letter published on e-flux, fifty-two artists, collectives, and estates taking part in the main exhibition, alongside sixteen artists exhibiting in national pavilions, on May 9 wrote to Biennale organizers asking to be excluded from consideration for the Visitors’ Lions.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
3 June 2026
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“Kiosks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kiosks. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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