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as in checks
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 labels
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 doors
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 keys
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 tickets
Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Mar. 2026
Starting tomorrow, Southern California residents who won the locals-only pre-sale tickets lottery for the upcoming LA28 games will start receiving emails to purchase their seats at the Olympics.
—Laurie Perez, CBS News, 31 Mar. 2026
In some states, Powerball tickets can be bought online depending on local jurisdiction.
—Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
Because the answers could interfere with selling tickets, or whatever broadcast warden ESPN wants.
—Mac Engel
march 31, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Mar. 2026
In France, Visa Infinite, Visa Premier and Visa Platinum cardholders will benefit from additional priority access to tickets via the My Visa app and website.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 30 Mar. 2026
Verizon customers have an exclusive chance to secure tickets to the knockout matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup tickets, including the round of 32 match hosted by GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.
—Joseph Hernandez
march 23, Kansas City Star, 23 Mar. 2026
Noun
Carnival tickets are at the event.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Mar. 2026
Starting tomorrow, Southern California residents who won the locals-only pre-sale tickets lottery for the upcoming LA28 games will start receiving emails to purchase their seats at the Olympics.
—Laurie Perez, CBS News, 31 Mar. 2026
In some states, Powerball tickets can be bought online depending on local jurisdiction.
—Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
Because the answers could interfere with selling tickets, or whatever broadcast warden ESPN wants.
—Mac Engel
march 31, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Mar. 2026
In France, Visa Infinite, Visa Premier and Visa Platinum cardholders will benefit from additional priority access to tickets via the My Visa app and website.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 30 Mar. 2026
Verizon customers have an exclusive chance to secure tickets to the knockout matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup tickets, including the round of 32 match hosted by GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.
—Joseph Hernandez
march 23, Kansas City Star, 23 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tickets
Noun
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Another big change stemming from the recommendations, the state fire marshal's office now plans to coordinate on-site checks for all fireworks license holders across California.—
Ashley Sharp,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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Volunteers interested in providing services will undergo background checks.—
Sierra Knoch,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 Mar. 2026
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Policymakers are floating answers, from state-level warning labels and restrictions on personalized feeds for minors to outright bans on teen social media in some countries.—
Jim Edwards,
Fortune,
26 Mar. 2026
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Agencies often act as an intermediary between clippers and artist teams or labels, skimming off some of the budget upfront.—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
26 Mar. 2026
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True was in her office inside the restaurant shortly after the lunch rush Monday afternoon when a customer came in and said the Chinese restaurant a couple doors down was on fire.—
Jenna Ebbers,
Kansas City Star,
1 Apr. 2026
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The spectacle was sufficiently embarrassing that the Prime Minister decreed within a week that executions would theretofore be hidden behind prison doors.—
Lauren Collins,
New Yorker,
1 Apr. 2026
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Jacqueline Hamilton in Minnesota says her father is still mad at her for taking away his keys four months ago.—
Joel Rose,
NPR,
24 Mar. 2026
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Officials then reviewed surveillance footage, which Authier said captured Catron dropping a thumb drive out of his pocket while retrieving his car keys.—
Tanya Babbar,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 Mar. 2026
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March 29 marks National Vietnam War Veterans Day, a nationwide official day since it was signed into law in 2017.—
Charlie Lapastora,
CBS News,
30 Mar. 2026
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Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Christianity’s most sacred week, commemorating Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem ahead of his crucifixion and resurrection.—
Claire Carter,
The Washington Examiner,
29 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Best for coupons and deals Budget is important, especially for flooring.—
Alora Bopray,
USA Today,
20 Mar. 2026
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For example, even the simple act of clipping coupons has gone digital – marginalizing older adults who are unable to navigate store apps to access these discounts.—
Debaleena Chattopadhyay,
The Conversation,
12 Mar. 2026
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It has been questioned whether the school has the will to commit resources to winning in basketball, or to the flexibility in admissions to compete in the ACC.—
Dom Amore,
Hartford Courant,
27 Mar. 2026
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This rise corresponded with a nearly equal uptick in hospitalizations linked to kratom alone, from 43 admissions in 2015 to 538 in 2025.—
Kristen Rogers,
CNN Money,
27 Mar. 2026
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Handle the Logistics in Advance Check visa requirements for all travelers — kids and even babies need their own passports in most countries.—
Lauren Schuster,
Kansas City Star,
25 Mar. 2026
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Handle Logistics and Manage Expectations Check visa requirements for all travelers — kids and even babies need their own passports in most countries.—
Lauren Schuster,
Charlotte Observer,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Tickets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tickets. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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