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pavilion

[puh-vil-yuhn] / pəˈvɪl yən /
NOUN
domed building or tent
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Olympics and Paralympics, at which time guests can look forward to expanded retail and dining offerings in the welcome pavilion, plus revamped galleries that allow for more contemporary presentation of the museum’s historic artifacts.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

The plans would see a sports hub, play area, improvements to the BMX track and refurbishment of the existing pavilion.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

After winning the toss and opting to field, Madsen's tournament all but ended in the fourth over after an awkward fall while fielding and he returned to the pavilion in obvious pain.

From Barron's • Feb. 9, 2026

In the humanoid pavilion, 21 out of 38 companies were from China, continuing their strong presence from last year, he says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 13, 2026

Kendra ran back up to the pavilion, searching for something she could use to pry the door open.

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull




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