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motel

[moh-tel] / moʊˈtɛl /
NOUN
temporary, short-term residence, often for travelers
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Modern-day Primm began in the 1950s when Ernie Primm established a motel and coffee shop at the state-border location.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

These days Roy’s operates as a gas station, gift shop and snack bar, not a cafe or motel.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

But for now, the motel surprises keep coming.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

The workers have offered the homeless there a variety of services, including emergency motel vouchers during inclement weather and help connecting to state and county services, spokesperson Christopher Yee said in an email.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

He carried them to the cab and drove back to the motel.

From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin




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