as in nightclub
a bar or restaurant offering special nighttime entertainment (as music, dancing, or comedy acts)
stopped at a roadhouse for some drinks and a little line dancing
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Recent Examples of roadhouse
Ultimately, the state’s remaining roadhouses serve as wonderful examples of Alaska’s pioneering culture and spirit.
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Laura Kiniry, Smithsonian Magazine, 22 Jan. 2025
But how many members who have lost their homes nearby will have to move elsewhere?
Professor Garroway and other congregants are trying to learn more about how the mural came to be painted, in a building that had been a roadhouse and a warehouse during the 1920's.
—Scott Simon, NPR, 25 Jan. 2025
Several other historic roadhouses across Alaska have been preserved and are open to visitors.
—Laura Kiniry, Smithsonian Magazine, 22 Jan. 2025
Walker cradled his paramour, the actress Betty Compton, and hurriedly exited the roadhouse, stopping only to apologize privately for his abrupt departure to the bandleader Vincent Lopez.
—Sam Roberts, airmail.news, 12 Oct. 2024
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Laura Kiniry, Smithsonian Magazine, 22 Jan. 2025
But how many members who have lost their homes nearby will have to move elsewhere?
Professor Garroway and other congregants are trying to learn more about how the mural came to be painted, in a building that had been a roadhouse and a warehouse during the 1920's.
—Scott Simon, NPR, 25 Jan. 2025
Several other historic roadhouses across Alaska have been preserved and are open to visitors.
—Laura Kiniry, Smithsonian Magazine, 22 Jan. 2025
Walker cradled his paramour, the actress Betty Compton, and hurriedly exited the roadhouse, stopping only to apologize privately for his abrupt departure to the bandleader Vincent Lopez.
—Sam Roberts, airmail.news, 12 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for roadhouse
Noun
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Officer Michael Miles — who also worked security at the nightclub and knew Armstrong — tried to talk him into putting the gun away for several minutes, Merriweather wrote.—
Ryan Oehrli,
Charlotte Observer,
5 June 2025
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It's performed in the round at the intimate Circle in the Square Theatre, which has been transformed into a swank nightclub with two separate stages and table seating.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
4 June 2025
Noun
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Hamilton said he was inspired by legendary cabaret performer Bobby Short.—
Mike Barnes,
HollywoodReporter,
7 June 2025
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The diverse and lively crowds on Duval Street are legendary, as are the drag shows at Aqua Bar & Nightclub, 801 Bourbon Bar and La Te Da, known for its nightly cabaret show.—
Matt Alderton,
USA Today,
7 June 2025
Noun
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Bars and Restaurants Surf through seven restaurants, cafes, and lounges onboard Quest.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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The teenaged couple has dates that take place at the Santa Monica Pier, on the train, downtown LA cafes, Linden, and Echo Park Lake.—
Malik Peay,
Essence,
12 June 2025
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The collection retails for $45 to $250 and will be available starting June 10 on the Puma website, its stores in New York and Las Vegas, official club stores and other select retailers.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
10 June 2025
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For many youth sports, an athlete essentially has to be on one of these club teams to be recruited.—
Russell Dinkins,
Sportico.com,
10 June 2025
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“Roadhouse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/roadhouse. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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