as in gym
a building or room used for sports activities and exercising
since it was raining, the kids had recess in the gymnasium
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Championship banners fill the gymnasium walls, most notably in football where Marcus Allen started a career that wound up with him hoisting the Heisman Trophy and his bust enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
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Don Norcross, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2025
On May 18, Palmer and the cast attended the Shadyside High Senior Prom ’88 experience as guests explored versions of the gymnasium, lockers, girls’ bathroom and more locations designed to frighten fans.
—Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 23 May 2025
Wednesdays after school, club members receive dryland instruction in Mount Carmel’s gymnasium.
—Susan Degrane, Chicago Tribune, 23 May 2025
The seven-acre estate includes a basketball gymnasium, circular infinity pool, putting green, tennis court and cigar room.
—Natasha Dye, People.com, 12 May 2025
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Don Norcross, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2025
On May 18, Palmer and the cast attended the Shadyside High Senior Prom ’88 experience as guests explored versions of the gymnasium, lockers, girls’ bathroom and more locations designed to frighten fans.
—Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 23 May 2025
Wednesdays after school, club members receive dryland instruction in Mount Carmel’s gymnasium.
—Susan Degrane, Chicago Tribune, 23 May 2025
The seven-acre estate includes a basketball gymnasium, circular infinity pool, putting green, tennis court and cigar room.
—Natasha Dye, People.com, 12 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gymnasium
gym
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For those who prefer to stay active in other ways, there is hiking, biking, archery lessons, bocce, and pickleball, as well as a modern fitness center equipped with all the gym necessities.—
Rafael Peña,
Travel + Leisure,
14 July 2025
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Amenities: Private transfers, 24-hour room service, 24-hour reception, restaurants and cafes, spa, gym Editor’s tip: Be sure to visit the Japanese-Mexican tea room Matcha Saloon by La Macaria for a morning matcha and pastry.—
Michaela Trimble,
Vogue,
13 July 2025
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“Gymnasium.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gymnasium. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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