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as in hallways
the entrance room of a building
the dinner guests hung their coats in the hall
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as in corridors
a typically long narrow way connecting parts of a building
the bedroom is at the end of the hall
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as in auditoriums
a large room or building for enclosed public gatherings
the concert hall was full
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as in lobbies
a centrally located room in a building that serves as a gathering or waiting area or as a passageway into the interior
from the main hall of the museum, turn left to see the ancient pottery collection and turn right to see the mummies
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as in mansions
a large impressive residence
Lord Plentiworth has opened his family's hereditary home, Richley Hall, to visitors on Tuesdays
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as in towers
a large, magnificent, or massive building
on your right, you will see Parliament Hall, a splendid example of Georgian architecture
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Recent Examples of halls
The streets feel heavier, but also more alive, as if history itself is being replayed through sound systems, block corners, museum walls, and embassy halls.
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Desjah Altvater, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
Simmons said her team is also exploring virtual options for the town halls.
—Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 June 2026
Hochman's request would only apply to cases stemming from juvenile halls, the bulk of the cases in the lawsuit, according to the LA Times.
—Robert McGreevy, FOXNews.com, 12 June 2026
Miami’s food halls offering a variety of cuisine in Miami include Julia & Henry’s near Bayfront Park, 1-800-LUCKY, the city’s first Asian food market in Wynwood, MIA Market with 10 fine dining options in the Miami Design District and The Citadel in the Little River neighborhood.
—Susan B. Barnes, Southern Living, 11 June 2026
Hochman’s pause, if granted, would apply only to the abuse cases stemming from juvenile halls, which make up the bulk of the lawsuits, and not the cases arising from foster care or the children’s shelter.
—Rebecca Ellis, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026
That's4Entertainment's Christmas Con 2026 will take place at the New Jersey Expo Center in Edison, New Jersey, from December 11-13, and its halls will be decked to the gills with carols, tree lightings and sweet treats.
—Breanne L. Heldman, PEOPLE, 11 June 2026
Beyond Munich’s spring and fall festivals, a broader picture emerges on a Bavarian suds safari that winds through brewery towns, beer halls and village squares where alcohol‑free options are gaining traction.
—David Dickstein, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
Unlike so many iconic American fights, held in the halls of Congress or on the streets of major cities, this campaign is being waged for the most part in obscurity.
—Jonathan Blitzer, New Yorker, 7 June 2026
Desjah Altvater, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
Simmons said her team is also exploring virtual options for the town halls.
—Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 June 2026
Hochman's request would only apply to cases stemming from juvenile halls, the bulk of the cases in the lawsuit, according to the LA Times.
—Robert McGreevy, FOXNews.com, 12 June 2026
Miami’s food halls offering a variety of cuisine in Miami include Julia & Henry’s near Bayfront Park, 1-800-LUCKY, the city’s first Asian food market in Wynwood, MIA Market with 10 fine dining options in the Miami Design District and The Citadel in the Little River neighborhood.
—Susan B. Barnes, Southern Living, 11 June 2026
Hochman’s pause, if granted, would apply only to the abuse cases stemming from juvenile halls, which make up the bulk of the lawsuits, and not the cases arising from foster care or the children’s shelter.
—Rebecca Ellis, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026
That's4Entertainment's Christmas Con 2026 will take place at the New Jersey Expo Center in Edison, New Jersey, from December 11-13, and its halls will be decked to the gills with carols, tree lightings and sweet treats.
—Breanne L. Heldman, PEOPLE, 11 June 2026
Beyond Munich’s spring and fall festivals, a broader picture emerges on a Bavarian suds safari that winds through brewery towns, beer halls and village squares where alcohol‑free options are gaining traction.
—David Dickstein, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
Unlike so many iconic American fights, held in the halls of Congress or on the streets of major cities, this campaign is being waged for the most part in obscurity.
—Jonathan Blitzer, New Yorker, 7 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for halls
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An Ocean View King is the best ADA room option since these rooms offer direct, barrier-free access, close proximity to amenities, and indoor corridors with flat surfaces and wider hallways.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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Portions of the Pentagon had gone into a shelter-in-place earlier Thursday, after officials locked down multiple floors and hallways in response to a potential air hazard situation, according to three officials.—
Steve Beynon,
ABC News,
11 June 2026
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The Black Sea region stands out as a canvas of chokepoints and competing sovereignties, of energy routes and grain corridors, of overlapping jurisdictions and unresolved conflicts.—
Galip Dalay,
Time,
19 Aug. 2025
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For conversions, Gorski said developers sought out buildings that had corridors with rooms on each side.—
Brian E. Clark,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Aug. 2025
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In addition to enhanced food offerings, the Showcase Cinemas offer multiple premium large format screens and 80% of their auditoriums feature stadium-style reclining seats.—
Pat Saperstein,
Variety,
11 June 2026
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The theaters are upscale with multiple premium large format screens and most auditoriums stadium style with recliner seating.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
11 June 2026
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There were no ostentatious lobbies, no scene-y pool decks, and no pressure to perform wellness.—
Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
5 June 2026
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In the past five years, Disney has refreshed over 18,000 rooms and 10 hotel lobbies.—
Megan duBois,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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Starting more than a decade ago, Griffin has spent four hundred and fifty million dollars to buy the land and level a few incumbent mansions, one of which was eighteen thousand square feet.—
Gary Sernovitz,
New Yorker,
15 June 2026
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Tilal Al Ghaf includes mansions that sell for more than $15 million, as well as smaller units often purchased by investors seeking rental income.—
Matthew Martin,
semafor.com,
11 June 2026
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For only the third time in history, fireworks will launch directly from the towers of the Golden Gate Bridge this July 4th.—
Tim Fang,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
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Remain out of the water due to hazardous swimming conditions, or stay near occupied lifeguard towers.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
15 June 2026
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This form gives the foyers behind the glass an airy feel, and allows in plenty of natural light.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
16 Mar. 2026
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Tuason and cinematographer Graham Beasley establish the camera as suspicious, lurking in hallways and foyers, studying Evy from afar.—
Katie Walsh,
Boston Herald,
12 Mar. 2026
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As the ice continues to melt, history has resurfaced throughout Norway’s mountains, revealing stunning insights about how the ancient Norwegians traveled through these passageways and hunted.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Nov. 2025
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Price is deliciously diabolical in the film, which is full of literal and metaphorical trap doors and secret passageways.—
Katie Rife,
Entertainment Weekly,
30 Oct. 2025
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“Halls.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/halls. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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