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as in check
a small sheet of plastic, paper, or paperboard showing that the bearer has a claim to something (as admittance)
only people with tickets will be allowed past the front gates
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as in label
a slip (as of paper or cloth) that is attached to something to identify or describe it
the price on the ticket is $20 more than the advertised price
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as in access
the means or right of entering or participating in
people to whom a green card represents a ticket to a better life
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as in key
something that allows someone to achieve a desired goal
that entry-level job could be her ticket to a career in big-time advertising
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Recent Examples of ticket
Philip Elliott, Time, 4 Aug. 2025
The player is set to get richer after their ticket matched four white balls and the gold ball.
—Simone Jasper, Miami Herald, 4 Aug. 2025
Bill Hochberg, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025
But both overall tickets and DWIs were down from 2024, when more than 12,000 people were ticketed and 335 were busted for DWI.
—Joseph Wilkinson, New York Daily News, 8 July 2025
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Noun
Never count out Massachusetts, where Gov. Maura Healey is toying with following fellow Bay Staters Michael Dukakis, Paul Tsongas, John Kerry, Mitt Romney, Deval Patrick, and Elizabeth Warren onto a national ticket.
—Philip Elliott, Time, 4 Aug. 2025
The player is set to get richer after their ticket matched four white balls and the gold ball.
—Simone Jasper, Miami Herald, 4 Aug. 2025
Verb
If weather cancels a festival or an outdoor show, fans may or may not get a full refund, depending on the policies of the promoter and ticketing company.
—Bill Hochberg, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025
But both overall tickets and DWIs were down from 2024, when more than 12,000 people were ticketed and 335 were busted for DWI.
—Joseph Wilkinson, New York Daily News, 8 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ticket
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Other sources of income include interest on foreign currency investments held by the Fed; fees for services like check clearing, funds transfers, and clearinghouse operations provided to depository institutions; and interest on loans to depository institutions.—
Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
26 July 2025
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The technician moved the wand over my belly, making her checks.—
Anna Russell,
New Yorker,
26 July 2025
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Rocky’s character is an aspiring rapper, while Washington’s runs a respected record label, Stackin Hits, and is the heir apparent to Quincy Jones.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
1 Aug. 2025
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Straight off the reality hit, Streater took a job as a sweaters and knitwear designer for Urban Outfitters, while simultaneously working on her own label.—
Henry Chandonnet,
People.com,
31 July 2025
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One week after news broke that some district leaders have access to funds that lack public oversight, Jefferson County Board of Education members are considering changes to an agreement that dictates how the money can be spent.—
Krista Johnson,
The Courier-Journal,
31 July 2025
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Gutierrez was a long-time advocate for civil rights and educational access, serving in the Arizona Legislature and on the Maricopa County Community College board.—
Maria Polletta,
AZCentral.com,
30 July 2025
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The Bradenton Area, which includes Anna Maria Island and Longboat key, claims 16 miles of uninterrupted sugar-white coastline.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
26 July 2025
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July 14 Stolen/Recovered Vehicle: Someone stole a vehicle, which was left unlocked with the keys inside it, from the O’Reilly Auto Parts parking lot on Prospect Road.—
Anne Gelhaus,
Mercury News,
25 July 2025
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Each point is marked on the map below, created by Colorado State University.—
Anna Skinner,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 July 2025
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Her tenure thus far has been marked by partisan statements and bringing cases against Democrats.—
Andrew Goudsward,
USA Today,
25 July 2025
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In four seasons with the Los Angeles Chargers, Samuel Jr. has played well, posting six interceptions and 37 passes deflected.—
Rob Reischel,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Harrell actually started against the Charlotte 49ers for UNC a year ago, throwing two touchdown passes and running for a third TD in a 38-20 UNC victory in Chapel Hill.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Aug. 2025
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Stay indoors, ideally in a basement or interior room—like a bathroom or closet—and keep away from windows and doors.—
Simmone Shah,
Time,
28 July 2025
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Two horns suddenly broke through, piercing the door.—
Lizz Schumer,
People.com,
28 July 2025
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Estes Park, about 65 miles north of Denver and the gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park, scored highly in the study because of its ranch-style accommodations, affordable lodging and 10 nature and wildlife parks.—
Gary Stoller,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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Cybercriminals know that mobile devices are a fruitful gateway to scams and threats.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 July 2025
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“Ticket.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ticket. Accessed 8 Aug. 2025.
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