as in tavern
a place of business where alcoholic beverages are sold to be consumed on the premises
coworkers enjoying the convivial atmosphere of the Irish pub
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Recent Examples of pub
Beneath are the roofs and cobbled streets of the medieval Old Town, where ancient pubs stand among jewelers specializing in local jet.
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Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
According to the outlet and South Wales Police, Morgan then went to his father’s farm and stole a bulldozer before driving it toward the pub.
—Christina Coulter, PEOPLE, 14 May 2026
The locals spilled onto the call sheet as pub-goers, parents and school children.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 13 May 2026
Take the bait at Olde Castle Seafood Bar, a charming pub that’s been operating since the 1700s.
—David Dickstein, Oc Register, 13 May 2026
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Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
According to the outlet and South Wales Police, Morgan then went to his father’s farm and stole a bulldozer before driving it toward the pub.
—Christina Coulter, PEOPLE, 14 May 2026
The locals spilled onto the call sheet as pub-goers, parents and school children.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 13 May 2026
Take the bait at Olde Castle Seafood Bar, a charming pub that’s been operating since the 1700s.
—David Dickstein, Oc Register, 13 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pub
Noun
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The whole pie is cut into small squares or rectangles, known as a party or tavern cut.—
Lauren Schuster,
Miami Herald,
13 May 2026
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Riegelsville Housed in an 1838 building along the Delaware River, Riegelsville Inn serves hearty American fare in a cozy tavern setting.—
Hannah Howard,
Travel + Leisure,
12 May 2026
Noun
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In a June 2023 interview with PEOPLE, Wilson recalled their first date at a dance hall and saloon that was known for its cheap drinks and live music.—
Emily Weaver,
PEOPLE,
14 May 2026
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The journey takes a fateful turn when Louise fatally shoots a man who is trying to rape Thelma in a saloon parking lot.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
Noun
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Mini bars burst with silk eye covers, collagen masks, melatonin sprays and ear plugs, suggesting the bacchanalia Estelle encourages.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 May 2026
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The island's sole town is a lively port with shops, bars, and restaurants, while a short bridge connects it to Caprera, home to Italian hero Giuseppe Garibaldi's former residence and pristine beaches.—
Nicky Swallow,
Travel + Leisure,
17 May 2026
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Manzo was 21 when gunmen stormed an Uruapan nightclub not far from his mother’s dress shop and rolled five human heads onto the dance floor.—
Kate Linthicum,
Los Angeles Times,
18 May 2026
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For cocktails and nightlife, hit TopGolf or Nola’s for live music then end the night strong with a table at HQ nightclub where resident and guest DJs keep the dance floor bumping and bottle servers keep the bubbly and energy flowing.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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“Pub.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pub. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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