as in bathrooms
a room furnished with a fixture for flushing body waste
I wasn't feeling well and had to make a number of trips to the restroom
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Recent Examples of restrooms
Meanwhile, the stadium’s concourse, concession areas and restrooms will be drastically expanded.
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Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Apr. 2026
Plan a picnic, bring snacks, remember sunscreen, know where the restrooms are.
—Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 30 Mar. 2026
He's accused of placing cameras in the restrooms of three other parks, with at least 12 different victims.
—James Taylor, CBS News, 28 Mar. 2026
Many public places don’t have such restrooms.
—Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 27 Mar. 2026
The facility was missing hand wash signs inside the restrooms.
—Sacbee.com, 27 Mar. 2026
John Bueno, a transgender student at the University of Idaho and a member of the student group Queer Inclusion Society, said the school has lots of single-use restrooms, which helps mitigate the logistical impacts of the bill.
—ABC News, 26 Mar. 2026
Listings on the Swimply app says whether parties are allowed at the venue and also include details on the maximum number of guests allowed, access to restrooms and parking and any age or pet restrictions.
—Mary Ramsey
march 25, Charlotte Observer, 25 Mar. 2026
Now, Nathan Willett, who represents District 1 on the Kansas City Council, is advocating for more women-only restrooms in the airport.
—Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 25 Mar. 2026
Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Apr. 2026
Plan a picnic, bring snacks, remember sunscreen, know where the restrooms are.
—Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 30 Mar. 2026
He's accused of placing cameras in the restrooms of three other parks, with at least 12 different victims.
—James Taylor, CBS News, 28 Mar. 2026
Many public places don’t have such restrooms.
—Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 27 Mar. 2026
The facility was missing hand wash signs inside the restrooms.
—Sacbee.com, 27 Mar. 2026
John Bueno, a transgender student at the University of Idaho and a member of the student group Queer Inclusion Society, said the school has lots of single-use restrooms, which helps mitigate the logistical impacts of the bill.
—ABC News, 26 Mar. 2026
Listings on the Swimply app says whether parties are allowed at the venue and also include details on the maximum number of guests allowed, access to restrooms and parking and any age or pet restrictions.
—Mary Ramsey
march 25, Charlotte Observer, 25 Mar. 2026
Now, Nathan Willett, who represents District 1 on the Kansas City Council, is advocating for more women-only restrooms in the airport.
—Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 25 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for restrooms
Noun
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House Bill 752 is thought to be the strictest law in the nation concerning gendered bathrooms, locker rooms and changing facilities.—
Becca Savransky,
Idaho Statesman,
2 Apr. 2026
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Suites include bathrooms of deep and contrasting two-tone marble, from the large rain shower to his-and-hers sinks, and a seating area with sectional.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Four toilets at Bel Air High School needed to be replaced within the past month after students flushed vaping devices down them.—
Ashley Paul,
CBS News,
30 Mar. 2026
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Our toilets are fancy outhouses, with all waste being transported off the continent.—
Laura Dannen Redman,
Robb Report,
29 Mar. 2026
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“Restrooms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/restrooms. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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