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as in playhouse
a building or part of a building where movies are shown
there's still one theater in town that shows independent films
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as in drama
the public performance of plays
have been fascinated by the theater ever since I was a child
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as in auditorium
a large room or building for enclosed public gatherings
the lecturer waited until the theater was full before beginning
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Recent Examples of theater
Ben Shapiro’s heartwarming enjoyment of musical theater?
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Helen Lewis, The Atlantic, 14 May 2026
There’s been a strange phenomenon, how oftentimes movies on streaming services don’t make the impact culturally that movies in theaters can do.
—Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 14 May 2026
Imagem Filmes will release in theaters in Brazil.
—Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 14 May 2026
Per The Hollywood Reporter’s initial reporting, after the theater caught fire, the production said the building was safely cleared of personnel.
—Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 14 May 2026
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Helen Lewis, The Atlantic, 14 May 2026
There’s been a strange phenomenon, how oftentimes movies on streaming services don’t make the impact culturally that movies in theaters can do.
—Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 14 May 2026
Imagem Filmes will release in theaters in Brazil.
—Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 14 May 2026
Per The Hollywood Reporter’s initial reporting, after the theater caught fire, the production said the building was safely cleared of personnel.
—Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 14 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for theater
Noun
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The 120 square-foot structure is also large enough to use as a playhouse for little ones or workshop for DIY projects, but the interior customization options are truly endless.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
29 Apr. 2026
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The precinct included the Blackfriars playhouse, which Shakespeare part-owned.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Inspired by the writer-director’s childhood, the historical coming-of-age drama is set in 1960s South Vietnam where a family-run theater becomes a haven for an eight-year-old boy who leans on the magic of cinema to grow up amid a divisive war.—
Liz Shackleton,
Deadline,
11 May 2026
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Showrunner, writer and executive producer Jonathan Glatzer, executive producer Gina Mingacci and actors Billy Magnussen and Simon Helberg opened up about the timeliness of the drama.—
Emily Longeretta,
Variety,
11 May 2026
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With its curved ceiling, the 120-seat auditorium serves not just as a film and laser show venue but also as a planetarium.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado,
Sacbee.com,
16 May 2026
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The package is to include $40 million in general obligation bond funding to modernize the Legendary Roy Wilkins Auditorium, a 5,800-seat auditorium built in 1932.—
Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
14 May 2026
Noun
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Rashad knows that even now, at this late stage in hip-hop’s evolution, rappers are expected to guard their reputations carefully.—
Kelefa Sanneh,
New Yorker,
15 May 2026
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Daniella Segura Thursday evening's debate marks the fifth time the seven candidates have taken the stage in recent weeks.—
James Ward,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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Free music is everywhere this summer, from museums and amphitheaters to Denver International Airport.—
John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
8 May 2026
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All face-value proceeds will be donated to Steps of Faith, the amphitheater said.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Kansas City Star,
8 May 2026
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The high production values and frequent genre-hopping were inspired by the sketch-comedy duo Key and Peele, whom Barker grew up watching religiously.—
Alex Barasch,
New Yorker,
11 May 2026
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Redick added that part of what Holmgren has done, overhelping on defense and forcing Ayton toward the perimeter, has stifled the 7-footer’s production.—
Benjamin Royer,
Oc Register,
10 May 2026
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The spa Indoor and outdoor pools here provide extra options for entertainment, and the patio’s sunbeds see a lot of attention, especially on weekends when rates often drop here.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 May 2026
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Throughout her career, the actor has deliberately chosen powerful, complex roles and founded the Geena Davis Institute to combat unconscious bias and increase representation in entertainment.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
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But Ahangarani’s skill as a story teller, honed over a three-decade acting career including more than 40 features, and through directing a number of documentary shorts, is clear to see.—
Alissa Simon,
Variety,
16 May 2026
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Of course, at this stage in her career — and with no formal acting training under her belt — every set is still a learning experience.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
15 May 2026
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“Theater.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/theater. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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