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movie theater

[moo-vee thee-uh-ter] / ˈmu vi ˌθi ə tər /
NOUN
place where movies are shown
Synonyms
STRONGEST
cinema movie house multiplex
WEAK
circuit theater dream palace drive-in movie drive-in theater film theater fleapit grind house motion-picture theater movie palace picture house picture palace picture show picture theater revival house

Example Sentences

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The “Nasty” video’s feminist empowerment pageant makes it stand out, as it begins with Jackson and Abdul squeezing past a crowd of catcallers to enter a movie theater.

From Salon • Apr. 11, 2026

"These snacks may not look like much but in any movie theater they would run you $85," the note says.

From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026

AMC A-List, the movie theater chain’s subscription membership that allows cinephiles to see up to four movies a week, has developed a cult-like fanbase among Gen Z moviegoers.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 23, 2026

“Titanic” director James Cameron decried the deal in a letter to Congress, saying he believes it would kill the movie theater business.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 20, 2026

"She'll meet us at the movie theater, then stay for the sleepover."

From "Pony Problems: Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew, #3" by Carolyn Keene