pubs

Definition of pubsnext
plural of pub

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of pubs The proximity of so many good pubs close to the stadium, good public transport, a place behind the Gallowgate to watch away games. Andy Mitten, New York Times, 21 May 2026 Beneath are the roofs and cobbled streets of the medieval Old Town, where ancient pubs stand among jewelers specializing in local jet. Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026 But people are also doing it in pubs as well, and everyone’s up having to sing. Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 13 May 2026 Many blocks inside what is called the old town are closed to vehicles, so pedestrians can easily meander in and out cafes, pubs and shops. Doug Turnbull, AJC.com, 10 May 2026 Aside from the official Fan Festival, there are plenty of pubs and bars planning their own Texas-sized World Cup celebrations, from sprawling newcomer Craft with its bocce court for halftime games to tried-and-tested favorites like The Londoner, Cannon's, and Harwood Arms. Jonathan Thompson, Travel + Leisure, 3 May 2026 The workouts deserve a reward too, with plenty of cafés and pubs in the area to follow a long day on the water. Will Barker, TheWeek, 29 Apr. 2026 The closest village is Eumundi, a ten-minute drive away, known for its longstanding Saturday markets and relaxed pubs. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026 As well as the San Diego International Airport and Petco Park pubs. Roxana Popescu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pubs
Noun
  • Keep in mind that despite the significance of the date of July 4, 1776, royalists and republicans had been arguing in print, pamphlets, taverns and on town greens long before 1776.
    Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 27 Apr. 2026
  • As the vessel toured Baja California, Diana Sanders of Vacaville sampled tequila shots — 14 or 15 in total — from six ship taverns, tequileras and pubs, according to court documents.
    Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Beyond the cattle drives, the Stockyards are home to rodeos, Western saloons and live music venues.
    Taylor Haught, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Mar. 2026
  • Soon after, the area became a hub with saloons, butchers, bakeries and department stores.
    Everett Eaton, jsonline.com, 13 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • With dozens of restaurants and bars in the complex there’s everything from burgers and pizza by the pool to artful Italian plates.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 May 2026
  • Fans come to games and related events and spend money in and around stadiums, at nearby restaurants, bars, hotels, and retailers, all of which boosts the local economy and creates jobs.
    Miceal Chamberlain, Boston Herald, 19 May 2026
Noun
  • At the time of the killing, there had been at least five shootings so far this year inside city nightclubs and lounges in the Bronx, Brooklyn and Queens that left eight people wounded and two dead.
    Thomas Tracy, New York Daily News, 13 May 2026
  • Cabins under nightclubs or late-night bars can pick up bass vibrations that continue into the early hours.
    David Nikel, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026

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“Pubs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pubs. Accessed 26 May. 2026.

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