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as in auditorium
a large room or building for enclosed public gatherings
watched the hockey game in the new sports arena
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as in area
a region of activity, knowledge, or influence
has a lot of influence in the local business arena
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Recent Examples of arena
Despite reportedly getting married at Madison Square Garden, aka the world’s most famous arena, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are still keeping wedding details a total mystery—even from their guests.
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Allison Degrushe,
StyleCaster,
30 June 2026
The New York Times reported on June 24 that Swift had rented the iconic arena for a multi-day event, citing sources familiar with preparations.
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Luke Chinman,
PEOPLE,
30 June 2026
The ruling was a setback for gun control advocates that had argued the measures were necessary for public safety in places like shopping malls, bars, restaurants, theaters, farms, arenas and private beaches.
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Peter Charalambous,
ABC News,
30 June 2026
The development will also restore September Ranch, the only public equestrian center in Monterey County, with indoor and outdoor arenas, boarding facilities, and more than 12 miles of riding trails.
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Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
30 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for arena
Allison Degrushe,
StyleCaster,
30 June 2026
The New York Times reported on June 24 that Swift had rented the iconic arena for a multi-day event, citing sources familiar with preparations.
—
Luke Chinman,
PEOPLE,
30 June 2026
The ruling was a setback for gun control advocates that had argued the measures were necessary for public safety in places like shopping malls, bars, restaurants, theaters, farms, arenas and private beaches.
—
Peter Charalambous,
ABC News,
30 June 2026
The development will also restore September Ranch, the only public equestrian center in Monterey County, with indoor and outdoor arenas, boarding facilities, and more than 12 miles of riding trails.
—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
30 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for arena
Recent Examples of Synonyms for arena
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Soccer fans packed the auditorium’s standing-room-only floor and filled its rows of seats.
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Instead of taking their seats in the historic auditorium, they are directed onto the stage, where 122 seats are configured for a playing area in the round.
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The warning sign against Japan came when Casemiro picked up a yellow card in the 14th minute for a clumsy foul on the edge of the area.
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Wildlife officials caught and euthanized two alligators in the area, which measured 12 feet and 13 feet.
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Management is retrofitting amphitheaters from as little as 1% premium capacity toward 25% and designing new arenas with up to 30% premium inventory.
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Both the amphitheater and Foundation Room are available for rent, with discounts for nonprofit organizations, Foster said.
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What if Baahubali dies and has to go through the 14 realms of the afterlife in Indian mythology?
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He’s transported to a realm of Tolkienesque fantasy, deposited somewhere between the Stony Waste and the Frozen Sea.
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Unlike traditional sports chants, Jama blends music, rhythm and movement into an expression of community that exists well beyond the soccer field.
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The referee on the field, Raphael Claus, has previously been investigated for match fixing in Brazil, though of course, there's no indication that this was a motivating factor in this case.
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The space is a balance between tropical escape and late-night lounge, with moody lighting, sexy design elements and music that keeps the energy elevated throughout the evening.
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The Samba sneakers add a sporty element, while proving to be comfortable and easy to walk around in around New York City.
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The first, Victus Nox, was launched by Firefly Aerospace in September 2023, and was focused on space domain awareness capabilities.
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Both varieties are now in the public domain and can be grown and sold by anyone.
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The department said the tragedy is an important reminder to drivers to always make sure children are not left in cars, especially in hot weather.
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Additional details are expected to be released on Monday, the department said.
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“Arena.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/arena. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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