arena
noun
the oval space in the center of a Roman amphitheater for gladiatorial combats or other performances.
arenas
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pluralof arena.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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You’ve been selling out arenas like the Forum, Madison Square Garden, the O2 Arena in London, and now you’re doing six shows at the Dolby Theatre, which must feel like an incredible homecoming for you.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026
The group filled arenas across the West, collaborated with major American artists, experimented with hip-hop and electronic music, and turned their own fashion and creative identities into part of their appeal.
From BBC ● Sep. 27, 2026
Halkias sees fast food and professional sports as the two arenas most likely to turn opinion against private equity and investment firms more generally.
From Salon ● Sep. 25, 2026
At the time, he was fresh off a plane from Mexico, where he performed at arenas around the country on his latest “X” tour.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 21, 2026
But when he spoke it was in the harsh rhythms of coaches who had once been athletes who had failed in the same arenas they now presided over as adults.
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
