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tent circus

American  

noun

  1. a circus performed in tents rather than in an arena.


Etymology

Origin of tent circus

An Americanism dating back to 1945–50

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By 2000, Rubén would open his own white-and-purple tent circus, Caballero Circus, where Liliana now oversees the concession stand.

From Los Angeles Times May 19, 2026

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