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as in pub
a place of business where alcoholic beverages are sold to be consumed on the premises
a seedy section of the city's waterfront that was rife with cheap taverns, tattoo parlors, and run-down flophouses
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as in hotel
a place that provides rooms and usually a public dining room for overnight guests
a colonial-era tavern that has been serving weary travelers for two and a half centuries
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Recent Examples of tavern
This year, the tavern's slow season and the following weeks were especially challenging.
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Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 4 Nov. 2025
The tavern moved into its current spot in July 2021, after closing its location in Atherton Mill that February to make way for BOCADO Bar + Diner.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 30 Oct. 2025
As the story goes, Joe Froggers were created in a Massachusetts tavern by owner Lucretia Brown in the early 1800s, the name being a play on that of her husband and co-owner, Joe Brown.
—Jenavieve Christensen, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2025
Beneath a pasture in scenic Lancaster County, archaeologists — and archaeologists in training — recently unearthed the likely remains of the county's oldest tavern, offering a glimpse into colonial American life.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 28 Oct. 2025
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Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 4 Nov. 2025
The tavern moved into its current spot in July 2021, after closing its location in Atherton Mill that February to make way for BOCADO Bar + Diner.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 30 Oct. 2025
As the story goes, Joe Froggers were created in a Massachusetts tavern by owner Lucretia Brown in the early 1800s, the name being a play on that of her husband and co-owner, Joe Brown.
—Jenavieve Christensen, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2025
Beneath a pasture in scenic Lancaster County, archaeologists — and archaeologists in training — recently unearthed the likely remains of the county's oldest tavern, offering a glimpse into colonial American life.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 28 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tavern
Noun
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For centuries, people gathering in bars and pubs have found ways to occupy their time, whether that’s classic games like billiards and darts or more recent inventions like video games and mechanical bulls.—
Fritz Hahn,
Washington Post,
7 Jan. 2026
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About Cavendish Brewery Opened in 2017, the pub has 28 taps and specializes in old world beer styles.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Jan. 2026
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Frey said an incident Friday night that led to property damage at an area hotel and confrontation with police officers was an outlier to the largely peaceful events in recent days.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
11 Jan. 2026
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Where to Stay Flamingo Lodge There is only one hotel within Everglades National Park.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Jan. 2026
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The saloon, which will be slinging beer, bourbon and barbecue and hosting no-cover entertainment, will take over the second level of The Exchange.—
Brittany Anas,
Denver Post,
9 Jan. 2026
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Start at the casual ground-floor saloon, then head to the second floor for a stunning cocktail bar with floor-to-ceiling windows offering a perfect view of the Arcade's spine.—
Mackensy Lunsford,
Nashville Tennessean,
30 Dec. 2025
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Most hostels have a list of activities available for guests to sign up for, and if not, then there are walking tours or live music events at local bars.—
Olivia Morelli,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Jan. 2026
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The main square of the expedition town of Futaleufú is lined with gear shops, hostels, and adventure travel companies like Patagonia Elements, Eleven's outfitter for white-water rafting.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Dec. 2025
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Project Cloud Mary Jane Memory Foam Sneakers These Mary Jane ballet sneakers feature a soft foam interior, genuine leather upper, and rubber sole that, somehow, in the best way, resembles a chocolate bar.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
12 Jan. 2026
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Outside of Gillette, fans waited in lines to get into bars at Patriot Place for pregame festivities.—
Lance Reynolds,
Boston Herald,
12 Jan. 2026
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For those seeking simplicity, options such as eco-friendly guesthouses, cozy budget inns, or camping at Cinnamon Bay offer affordable ways to stay close to nature.—
Essence,
Essence,
7 Nov. 2025
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Stroll the charming historic district with its Victorian-style inns and colorful galleries.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
1 Nov. 2025
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“Tavern.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tavern. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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