as in kiosk
a freestanding airy structure in a scenic setting (as a park) typically offering commanding views the park's pavilions may be rented for wedding receptions and other social gatherings

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Recent Examples of pavilion Related Stories The market has drawn an unprecedented international contingent, with South Korea sending the largest delegation of nearly 100 representatives, followed by France with 80 delegates who also established a national pavilion. Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 4 Nov. 2025 There will be a large community pavilion with picnic tables, restrooms and lots of trees—the park will have its own entrance off Solterra Vista Parkway with a 28-space parking lot. Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Nov. 2025 Westrow is the district’s town center where there will be a pavilion with an event lawn, a farmers’ market and a 5,000-square-foot lifestyle building. Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 4 Nov. 2025 Showtime sent it over the rightfield pavilion roof and outside the stadium, achieving one of the longest homers in the history of Dodger Stadium. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 3 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for pavilion
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Noun
  • Offer good in stores and drive-thru only (not available through the mobile app, delivery, or restaurant kiosk).
    Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 11 Nov. 2025
  • The rise of digital payment systems has made tipping both easier and more awkward, especially when prompts appear at counters, kiosks and drive-thru windows.
    Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 9 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • In recent years, Sands has advocated for bringing destination resort-style casinos to Texas.
    Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Nov. 2025
  • Piper Sandler’s Goldfarb also isn’t ruling out a potential casino for SL Green.
    Michelle Fox, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • The main floor welcomes owners and guests with a formal entryway leading into an open-plan living and dining area, complete with a sitting alcove and bar.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 31 Oct. 2025
  • The space features fragrant evergreen boughs, which Rucci said are supposed to give the illusion of the Northwoods creeping into the alcove.
    Angelika Ytuarte, jsonline.com, 23 Oct. 2025

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“Pavilion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pavilion. Accessed 23 Nov. 2025.

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