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pavilion

[puh-vil-yuhn] / pəˈvɪl jən /
NOUN
domed building or tent
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Nigerien authorities say security forces have increased patrols around key sites in Niamey following the attempted takeover, including the main airport entrance and the presidential pavilion.

From BBC Aug. 30, 2026

That was followed by an invitation to install her work inside the Japanese pavilion of the 1993 Venice Biennale.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 27, 2026

Besides a seat, the package includes access to a shared lounge space, a welcome drink, an L.A.-inspired food item and entry to a hospitality pavilion before or after the selected session.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 20, 2026

In April 2027, UChicago Medicine will open the AbbVie Foundation Cancer Pavilion, Chicago's first freestanding cancer pavilion, to bring advanced diagnostics, innovative treatments, translational discoveries, and comprehensive support to patients and the community.

From Science Daily Aug. 19, 2026

Kendra reached the pavilion attached to a small pier.

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull

There are similar pavilions elsewhere, including Long Beach and DTLA, for the multiple sports in those areas.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 20, 2026

The address kicked off the Great American State Fair, a free festival marking the semiquincentennial anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with state pavilions, military flyovers, music and patriotic displays.

From Barron's Jun. 25, 2026

Typically the Biennale is an escapist refuge where dozens of countries show off their homegrown artists in pavilions and palazzos citywide.

From The Wall Street Journal May 7, 2026

Visitors entering the complex arrive at an open plaza where they can choose to walk down to the existing museum, or explore the above-ground pavilions.

From Los Angeles Times May 4, 2026

Tables and benches had been raised outside the pavilions, piled high with sweetgrass and strawberries and fresh-baked bread.

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin




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