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community centre

British  

noun

  1. a building used by members of a community for social gatherings, educational activities, etc

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Patiently awaiting his subsidy at the Manila community centre, Cipriano said he could only pray for a quick end to the war.

From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026

Before travelling to the Republic, Starmer will also visit a community centre in Northern Ireland.

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

Outside the school, parents gathered at a nearby community centre as they anxiously waited to be reunited with their children.

From BBC • Feb. 12, 2026

On the first day back in January he invited us reporters to a similar community centre in Reading.

From BBC • Feb. 10, 2026

There was some talk of keeping it open for a community centre, or something, but it fell through.

From Half Portions by Ferber, Edna

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