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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
After the successful re-opening of the tavern, Percy is alone in the kitchen washing dishes.
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Barry Levitt, Time, 10 June 2026
From a cigarette count on a hit Paramount+ series to a new pizza tavern from Fort Worth’s barbecue royalty, here’s a look at top stories from the Star-Telegram over the past week.
—Jake Harris
june 8, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 June 2026
The prestigious perch on Greenwich Street will soon be home to an American tavern and steakhouse made just for downtown New York.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 8 June 2026
Lunch and Dinner Just on the other side of Market House Square, Stella’s is an all-day tavern in a building so historic (built in the 1800s) that it’s allegedly haunted.
—Matt Kirouac, Midwest Living, 7 June 2026
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Barry Levitt, Time, 10 June 2026
From a cigarette count on a hit Paramount+ series to a new pizza tavern from Fort Worth’s barbecue royalty, here’s a look at top stories from the Star-Telegram over the past week.
—Jake Harris
june 8, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 June 2026
The prestigious perch on Greenwich Street will soon be home to an American tavern and steakhouse made just for downtown New York.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 8 June 2026
Lunch and Dinner Just on the other side of Market House Square, Stella’s is an all-day tavern in a building so historic (built in the 1800s) that it’s allegedly haunted.
—Matt Kirouac, Midwest Living, 7 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tavern
Noun
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Both Gavin Pierce and Mckiddie say Kimball and Sterling Pierce spent time at the pub where the fundraiser was held.—
Julia Avant,
CBS News,
14 June 2026
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Glasgow also has plenty of pubs and restaurant options, many of which have live music on some nights of the week.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
14 June 2026
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The trickle-down effect on travel costs has been noticeable, and a warning from the American Hotel & Lodging Association indicates that demand for hotel rooms is far below expectations.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
11 June 2026
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During the gala the ministry of tourism also celebrated the launch of burgeoning destinations, major developments, and new hotels throughout the country, including in Miches, Punta Bergantín, Samaná, Santo Domingo, and Santiago.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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The private saloon is a speakeasy, only open to in-the-know locals and guests of LMR.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 June 2026
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Fitzpatrick has pointed to the saloon’s string of viral controversies as a calling card in the crowded race.—
Noah Daly,
Idaho Statesman,
11 June 2026
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The backstory Playa Cativo is one of the only hotels along this quiet stretch of coast—and by far the most luxurious (the only other lodge nearby is a hostel popular with backpackers).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 June 2026
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The hostel’s lounge will become an in-house fundraising event space and other needs like a cafeteria will be added.—
Chris Higgins,
Kansas City Star,
9 June 2026
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After the show, Daniel and Louis meet at a hotel bar.—
Rebecca Alter,
Vulture,
15 June 2026
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Every bar and many bodegas were showing the game.—
Hannah Keyser,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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The area offers traditional Japanese inns with hot springs providing a relaxing view of the Pacific Ocean.—
Kristen E. Pope,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Dec. 2025
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The club moved to an inn near the airport, but didn’t last there long.—
Vinod Sreeharsha,
Miami Herald,
24 Nov. 2025
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“Tavern.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tavern. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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