Thesaurus results for PAVILIONS

pavilions

noun

plural of pavilion

as in kiosks

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 pavilions Peter Zumthor’s design hoists a serpentine platform atop pavilions that read like stout, truncated legs, making the edifice almost creaturely in its architectural stance. — George Baker, Artforum, 1 Sep. 2026 With its Balinese pavilions, leaning palms, and dazzling waters beyond, this stylish 25-room retreat is the beachside sibling to Blancaneaux Lodge, Francis Ford Coppola’s other, equally special, Belizean property. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Sep. 2026 The Taiwan Pavilion, one of many national pavilions that appears alongside the biennial’s main exhibition, was at one point billed as the NTMoFA Pavilion, a reference to the National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts, which organizes it. — Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 31 Aug. 2026 The city of Cremona, known for its Stradivari instrument-making, was holding a local festival when the storm hit, causing extensive damage to the pavilions and multiple injuries, according to Francesca Co, director of the city’s emergency services. — Barbie Latza Nadeau, CNN Money, 29 Aug. 2026 There is seating in and around the splash pad, including picnic tables and pavilions, as well as restrooms and outdoor showers, according to the release. — Christina Hall, Freep.com, 29 Aug. 2026 In April, the Biennale art exhibition — run by the Venice Biennale Foundation, which also runs the film festival — was slammed for allowing Russia and Israel to mount shows in their pavilions. — Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 28 Aug. 2026 Earlier this year, the Venice Biennale contemporary art exhibition opened with no Golden Lions after the jury quit in protest of Israel’s and Russia’s participation and loud protests outside their pavilions. — ABC News, 24 Aug. 2026 Avoid pavilions, picnic shelters, tents, car ports and boats without cabins. — David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 20 Aug. 2026

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Noun

Previously, the rental car kiosks sat near the escalators that passengers took down from the terminal.

— Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 2 Sep. 2026
The park will add kiosks for visitors to share their thoughts about Parton and new additions are also coming to The Dolly Parton Experience, a multibuilding section that includes exhibits about her life and career.

— ABC News, ABC News, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of kiosks

Noun

Incorporating antique finds, greenery, and utilizing your home’s quirky features, like alcoves and nooks, are just a few of the ways your home is set apart from the rest on the block.

— Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Aug. 2026
Inside, antique art hangs on walls, tamgroute (local pottery) lines small alcoves, board games are stacked inside cupboards, and coffee table books have plenty to dive into.

— Katie Silcox, Vogue, 23 Aug. 2026

Definition of alcoves

Noun

There are low-budget neon casinos, pawn shops, all-night wedding chapels, and jewelry exchanges promising top dollar for coins, bullion, and scrap.

— Jeff Weiss, HollywoodReporter, 5 Sep. 2026
The major Vegas casinos, even those without sportsbooks, are unified against sports on prediction sites.

— Marshall Cohen, CNN Money, 30 Aug. 2026