movie theater
Americannoun
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Etymology
Origin of movie theater
First recorded in 1910–15
Example Sentences
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When the property was listed, images revealed an incredible glimpse inside the dwelling, which features a meditation room inside the primary suite, a climate-controlled wig room, a private gym, and a movie theater.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 27, 2026
She gave her first ballet performance at 6 on the tiny stage in front of the screen in a Hiroshima movie theater.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 22, 2026
The CEO of movie theater chain AMC, Adam Aron, posted -- and then deleted -- a lengthy account of the proceedings on X.
From Barron's ● Jul. 4, 2026
During the USMNT’s opening match, Cinepolis, a luxury movie theater down the road from SoFi Stadium, turned into a global sports hub, according to CEO Luis Olloqui.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 19, 2026
It’s an old-timey single-screen movie theater that shows foreign films and cult classics.
From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen
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