community center

NOUN

center for social and cultural activities

Synonyms

STRONGEST

civic center

WEAK

rec center recreation center

Example Sentences

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There were the elderly volunteers busily weaving camouflage nets in an Odesa community center.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

He delivered a speech at a London community center on Monday, without a jacket or tie and with his shirtsleeves rolled up.

From Salon • May 12, 2026

Initial plans are focusing on key areas, including a proposed civic redevelopment site with a community center, municipal buildings, and affordable housing, as well as an industrial zone near Comox Lake.

From Science Daily • May 6, 2026

Other public amenities include sports courts, playgrounds and a community center.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

Jay always makes apple cinnamon pancakes on Christmas, and today is no different thanks to the bag of flour from our community center box.

From "On the Come Up" by Angie Thomas