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as in check
a small sheet of plastic, paper, or paperboard showing that the bearer has a claim to something (as admittance)
only people with tickets will be allowed past the front gates
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as in label
a slip (as of paper or cloth) that is attached to something to identify or describe it
the price on the ticket is $20 more than the advertised price
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as in access
the means or right of entering or participating in
people to whom a green card represents a ticket to a better life
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as in key
something that allows someone to achieve a desired goal
that entry-level job could be her ticket to a career in big-time advertising
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Recent Examples of ticket
Michelle Watson, CNN Money, 24 May 2025
Even when Indiana goes on the road, the average price of ticket sales jumps up 140 percent, according to a spokesperson for the online ticket retailer.
—Matt Levine, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 May 2025
Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 12 May 2025
The Justice Department and the Federal Trade Commission have launched a public comment period in their inquiry into unfair and uncompetitive practices in ticketing in the live concert and event business.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 7 May 2025
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Noun
The woman bought her ticket through a lottery courier service, firms which allow customers to purchase tickets virtually, using a mobile app or other online interface.
—Michelle Watson, CNN Money, 24 May 2025
Even when Indiana goes on the road, the average price of ticket sales jumps up 140 percent, according to a spokesperson for the online ticket retailer.
—Matt Levine, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 May 2025
Verb
Among his past incidents: March 1, 2025: Hayes was ticketed for going 84 mph in a 55-mph zone in Clearwater.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 12 May 2025
The Justice Department and the Federal Trade Commission have launched a public comment period in their inquiry into unfair and uncompetitive practices in ticketing in the live concert and event business.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 7 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ticket
Noun
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This rock 'n' roll version of the dual-hearted hero was a far departure from his predecessor (Matt Smith), and kept in check by the witty, and possibly immortal, Clara Oswald.—
Richard Edwards,
Space.com,
29 May 2025
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In just 19 of the cities SmartAsset analyzed, Social Security checks make up more than half of retirees’ total income, and those places are home to some of the lowest-earning retirees overall.—
Kamaron McNair,
CNBC,
29 May 2025
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DeSantis says anyone running for Florida governor as a Democrat is ‘dead meat’ Gov. Ron DeSantis says prominent ex-Democrats may run for governor next year as no-party independent or third-party candidates because the Democratic Party label has become toxic in Florida.—
Anthony Man,
Sun Sentinel,
21 May 2025
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Orlando Sentinel DeSantis says anyone running for Florida governor as a Democrat is ‘dead meat’ Gov. Ron DeSantis says prominent ex-Democrats may run for governor next year as no-party independent or third-party candidates because the Democratic Party label has become toxic in Florida.—
Orlando Sentinel Staff,
The Orlando Sentinel,
21 May 2025
Noun
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Other perks: No-rush returns, early access to deals, and freebies on the first of each month.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
20 May 2025
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Under Trump: Alone in Its Climate Denial Create your free account and enjoy unlimited access — free for 7 days.—
Catie Edmondson,
New York Times,
19 May 2025
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Despite its slim design, the interior holds more than meets the eye — think phone, wallet, sunglasses, keys, and then some.—
Taylor Jean Stephan,
People.com,
26 May 2025
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Dorn and the others were given laptops and shown the different functions of keys: control, shift and caps lock, how to copy and paste.—
Barbara Ortutay,
Los Angeles Times,
25 May 2025
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Jackson's performance at this year's AMAs marked her first live performance on television since 2018.—
Ilana Kaplan,
People.com,
27 May 2025
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The 50% tariff proposal marked a significant increase from the 20% tariff the Trump administration was planning to levy on the EU, as per the president’s plan announced last month, before a 90-day pause went into effect.—
Siladitya Ray,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2025
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Throughout the 2024 season, Rodgers completed 63 percent of his pass attempts for 3,897 yards, 28 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 May 2025
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Tickets are $50 for a general admission ticket and VIP passes are $125, which includes early entrance and exclusive food tastings.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 May 2025
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Best Buy is offering preorders and will throw open its doors at midnight June 5 to allow customers to pick up their consoles or get a new game.—
Mark Faithfull,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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Barry said Best Buy is tapping into that by offering preorders and opening its doors at midnight on June 5 to allow customers to pick up their consoles or get a new game right away.—
Melissa Repko,
CNBC,
29 May 2025
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Alaska’s vast wilderness has been a testing ground of human endurance for millennia as the gateway for human habitation of the Americas.—
Saleem H. Ali,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2025
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As fashion and lifestyle brands look West, Fashion Island is emerging as a gateway to the Southern California consumer and visitor.—
Ryma Chikhoune,
Footwear News,
16 May 2025
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“Ticket.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ticket. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.
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