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
The oceanfront county park has a small, family friendly beach, playgrounds and picnic pavilions.
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Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 27 Sep. 2025
Details like Egg Chairs and red public telephones, seemingly paying homage to pavilions from Expo ’70, were presented to create a unique performance incorporating elements from 55 years ago interpreted in a modern way.
—Billboard Japan, Billboard, 25 Sep. 2025
Canada, Latin America and the Middle East all had a greater presence, and India and Indonesia hosted national pavilions for the first time.
—Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 24 Sep. 2025
Katherine Taylor At hackathons, in conference halls, in the pavilions of learning, and across the wide internet, developers and engineers are competing for attention.
—John Werner, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
The flat plane, ringed by roads and segmented by straight paths, was orderly and open, an ideal stage for planting pavilions and managing crowds.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 9 Sep. 2025
Inside, the home offers eight bedrooms and 12 bathrooms, including a primary suite with panoramic ocean views, as well as multiple guest pavilions designed for privacy.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 28 Aug. 2025
The Giardini della Biennale, home to dozens of international art pavilions of the Venice Biennale, is 15 minutes away.
—Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 26 Aug. 2025
Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 27 Sep. 2025
Details like Egg Chairs and red public telephones, seemingly paying homage to pavilions from Expo ’70, were presented to create a unique performance incorporating elements from 55 years ago interpreted in a modern way.
—Billboard Japan, Billboard, 25 Sep. 2025
Canada, Latin America and the Middle East all had a greater presence, and India and Indonesia hosted national pavilions for the first time.
—Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 24 Sep. 2025
Katherine Taylor At hackathons, in conference halls, in the pavilions of learning, and across the wide internet, developers and engineers are competing for attention.
—John Werner, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
The flat plane, ringed by roads and segmented by straight paths, was orderly and open, an ideal stage for planting pavilions and managing crowds.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 9 Sep. 2025
Inside, the home offers eight bedrooms and 12 bathrooms, including a primary suite with panoramic ocean views, as well as multiple guest pavilions designed for privacy.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 28 Aug. 2025
The Giardini della Biennale, home to dozens of international art pavilions of the Venice Biennale, is 15 minutes away.
—Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 26 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pavilions
Noun
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The campaign will break on news kiosks, digital display screens and social media Wednesday.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
1 Oct. 2025
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Upcoming improvements include remodeling of sushi kiosks, digital expansion of both curbside pickup and delivery options, and regional online assortments tailored to members’ preferences.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
30 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Now, designers like Hám Interiors are making clever use of compact spaces by fitting bedrooms with alcoves that are both practical and aesthetically pleasing.—
Chloe Frost-Smith,
Vogue,
24 Sep. 2025
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Inside the intimate cantina, a curved bar stands at the center of a domed space with alcoves around the edges.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
21 Aug. 2025
Noun
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As of September 2025, these hotels and casinos offer free parking on the Las Vegas Strip.—
Michael Salerno,
AZCentral.com,
2 Oct. 2025
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In 1975, Nevada barred him for life from entering the state’s casinos.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
1 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Pavilions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pavilions. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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