as in bathrooms
a room furnished with a fixture for flushing body waste
I wasn't feeling well and had to make a number of trips to the restroom
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Recent Examples of restrooms
In addition to restricting access to restrooms, locker rooms and showers in government buildings, the bill would also ban unisex multi-occupancy private spaces in buildings owned by the state of Kansas, local governments, and school districts, as well as public colleges and universities.
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Matthew Kelly, Kansas City Star, 13 Feb. 2026
The new station would include a lounge, restrooms, and a high-end convenience market.
—Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
New modern restrooms were built with privacy stalls that include more room for luggage.
—Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 10 Feb. 2026
Renovations would include adding restrooms, expanding the lobby, upgrading accessibility and revitalizing its technical capabilities.
—Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 8 Feb. 2026
Both bills contain exemptions, for example if there are single-occupancy restrooms or for someone entering a bathroom to provide medical assistance.
—Idaho Statesman, 6 Feb. 2026
By comparison, Dogwood Park East has the necessary amenities in place – like restrooms, parking, shelters and a playground.
—Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 4 Feb. 2026
Other areas falling below code in the report ranged from restrooms and kitchens to HVAC, egress, interior and exterior stairs, flooring and damaged sidewalks.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 1 Feb. 2026
Lifeguards watch over this stretch of the Gulf of Mexico, and family-friendly amenities include a playground, volleyball nets, and restrooms.
—Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 31 Jan. 2026
Matthew Kelly, Kansas City Star, 13 Feb. 2026
The new station would include a lounge, restrooms, and a high-end convenience market.
—Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
New modern restrooms were built with privacy stalls that include more room for luggage.
—Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 10 Feb. 2026
Renovations would include adding restrooms, expanding the lobby, upgrading accessibility and revitalizing its technical capabilities.
—Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 8 Feb. 2026
Both bills contain exemptions, for example if there are single-occupancy restrooms or for someone entering a bathroom to provide medical assistance.
—Idaho Statesman, 6 Feb. 2026
By comparison, Dogwood Park East has the necessary amenities in place – like restrooms, parking, shelters and a playground.
—Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 4 Feb. 2026
Other areas falling below code in the report ranged from restrooms and kitchens to HVAC, egress, interior and exterior stairs, flooring and damaged sidewalks.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 1 Feb. 2026
Lifeguards watch over this stretch of the Gulf of Mexico, and family-friendly amenities include a playground, volleyball nets, and restrooms.
—Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 31 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for restrooms
Noun
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The layout of this single-story home consists of three bedrooms and two bathrooms.—
Bay Area Home Report,
Mercury News,
12 Feb. 2026
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The oceanfront house spans 4,061 square feet and has four bedrooms, seven bathrooms and a lower-level, state-of-the-art theater accessible by a lift.—
Sandra Barrera,
Oc Register,
11 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Fix leaky toilets as leaks are a big waste of water.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
10 Feb. 2026
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Items that usually fade into the background—such as sinks, toilets, or appliances—can become focal points when color is used thoughtfully.—
Angelika Pokovba,
Martha Stewart,
7 Feb. 2026
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“Restrooms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/restrooms. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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