as in many
being of a large but indefinite number
would sometimes experience multiplex moods in the course of a single day
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Recent Examples of multiplex
Chris Lee, Vulture, 13 Feb. 2026
The multiplex multiscreen theaters were only just beginning to come into play, and the old movie palaces struggled some against that.
—Jody Mamone, Hartford Courant, 11 Feb. 2026
Martha Ross, Mercury News, 27 Jan. 2026
Eleven multiplex movie theaters have closed in the state since 2022, including two this month in Hartford and Middletown.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 24 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
That $215 million would-be tentpole infuriated critics, alienated viewers and slank from the multiplex after grossing $260 million: an era-defining flop.
—Chris Lee, Vulture, 13 Feb. 2026
The multiplex multiscreen theaters were only just beginning to come into play, and the old movie palaces struggled some against that.
—Jody Mamone, Hartford Courant, 11 Feb. 2026
Noun
But there’s at least one multiplex in America, where seats already were almost sold out for all of Friday’s screenings.
—Martha Ross, Mercury News, 27 Jan. 2026
Eleven multiplex movie theaters have closed in the state since 2022, including two this month in Hartford and Middletown.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 24 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for multiplex
Adjective
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For many years, the top pick was determined by a coin flip between the worst teams in the Western and Eastern Conferences.—
Louisa Thomas,
New Yorker,
5 Apr. 2026
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Gunton said many others have come close.—
Madisen Keavy,
CBS News,
5 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Rodón’s worst season with the team was also his first, as the pitcher battled numerous injuries in 2023.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
1 Apr. 2026
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The star running back and four-star recruit fielded offers from numerous Power Five schools, and had narrowed his choices down to the Fighting Irish along with Indiana, Penn State and Georgia.—
Tyler McManus,
Boston Herald,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The Regal Boise megaplex — formerly Edwards Cinemas — made significant improvements, including converting one of its auditoriums to IMAX.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
19 Jan. 2026
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The development group promises to transform the complex into a new entertainment megaplex.—
Shomik Mukherjee,
Mercury News,
31 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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In 2022, the brand also commemorated NASA’s Artemis I Mission with the Artemis Moon Doughnut, in addition to offering doughnuts during multiple supermoons and total solar eclipses over the years.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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Cops are searching for multiple suspects wearing ski masks last seen fleeing the scene on foot.—
Colin Mixson,
New York Daily News,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Our bodies pass from one camera’s jurisdiction to another, turning the city street or suburban road into a constant cinema of overlapping angles.—
Vinson Cunningham,
New Yorker,
1 Apr. 2026
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Inside, design inspiration comes from classic cinema, with rustic parquet floors, lacquered timbers, and local stones.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Multiplex.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/multiplex. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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