as in promenades
a public place for strolling
the pedestrian traffic through the grassy mall is heaviest during the summer lunch hours the tree-lined mall in the city's historic district remains the favored site for strutting about in one's Easter finery
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Recent Examples of malls
Along the West Coast, Gen Zers are frequenting malls more, with California being the top state with a 62% gain in foot traffic, Furman said.
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Betty Lin-Fisher, USA Today, 26 Mar. 2026
Families celebrated Eid at the weekend, and malls were full.
—Manal Albarakati, semafor.com, 25 Mar. 2026
Simon malls are well known to Indiana shoppers, with the company based in Indianapolis and several locations throughout the state.
—Jenny Porter Tilley, IndyStar, 24 Mar. 2026
As big malls and department stores close, bargain chains like Ross Dress for Less are rolling out new stores.
—Los Angeles Times, 23 Mar. 2026
That expanse of floor space is more than seven Lenox Square malls or nearly twice the footprint of the Pentagon.
—Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 13 Mar. 2026
The winter is usually Dubai’s peak tourist season with the city’s beaches, malls and hotel restaurants usually packed with tourists and wealthy locals.
—Martha Ross, Mercury News, 2 Mar. 2026
The University of New Hampshire business school alumni also finds high-end malls attractive, as well as luxury hotels.
—Michelle Fox, CNBC, 27 Feb. 2026
American malls were once the mecca of commercialism.
—Neil Strebig, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 25 Feb. 2026
Betty Lin-Fisher, USA Today, 26 Mar. 2026
Families celebrated Eid at the weekend, and malls were full.
—Manal Albarakati, semafor.com, 25 Mar. 2026
Simon malls are well known to Indiana shoppers, with the company based in Indianapolis and several locations throughout the state.
—Jenny Porter Tilley, IndyStar, 24 Mar. 2026
As big malls and department stores close, bargain chains like Ross Dress for Less are rolling out new stores.
—Los Angeles Times, 23 Mar. 2026
That expanse of floor space is more than seven Lenox Square malls or nearly twice the footprint of the Pentagon.
—Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 13 Mar. 2026
The winter is usually Dubai’s peak tourist season with the city’s beaches, malls and hotel restaurants usually packed with tourists and wealthy locals.
—Martha Ross, Mercury News, 2 Mar. 2026
The University of New Hampshire business school alumni also finds high-end malls attractive, as well as luxury hotels.
—Michelle Fox, CNBC, 27 Feb. 2026
American malls were once the mecca of commercialism.
—Neil Strebig, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 25 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for malls
Noun
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Beyond the parks and city promenades, there are trails where the blooms come with mountain air, quiet paths, and real elevation gain.—
Alexandra Gillespie,
Outside,
6 Mar. 2026
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Rihero Mesh Ballet Flats If last spring and summer were any indication, mesh flats will be back on city sidewalks and seaside promenades again in no time.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Manicured gardens of native, drought-resistant plantings surround the buildings and pool, while wooden boardwalks meander across the property, connecting its various elements.—
Mark David,
Robb Report,
17 Mar. 2026
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The Tibet-Butler Preserve boasts boardwalks and sandy trails that wind through pine forests, cypress swamps, and lakeside habitats.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Mar. 2026
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Ocean City and North Wildwood are also replacing portions of their wooden walkways.—
Ryan Hughes,
CBS News,
20 Mar. 2026
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Tuesday’s Senior Series session began in the program room and concluded with a hike along walkways and through the snow.—
Karie Angell Luc,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
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“Malls.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/malls. Accessed 28 Mar. 2026.
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