as in nightclub
a bar or restaurant offering special nighttime entertainment (as music, dancing, or comedy acts)
a singing superstar who got her start singing in the cabarets of New York City
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Recent Examples of cabaret
That venue has since closed, so the show has been transferred to Mrs. Murphy’s, which previously hosted Ghostlight’s holiday cabarets.
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Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 25 Apr. 2025
What resulted was a raucous reimagining of Mary Todd Lincoln as a wannabe cabaret singer with ringlet curls and a penchant for drinking.
—Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 1 May 2025
Where other roles in the show — like the vivacious cabaret star Sally Bowles (played in this production by Tony nominee Eva Noblezada) — interact primarily with one another, the Emcee is most interested in speaking directly to the audience.
—Stephen Daw, Billboard, 15 Apr. 2025
Based on the 2001 film by Baz Luhrmann, the jukebox musical takes its name from a famous French nightclub — founded in the 19th century and still open today — and follows a fictional romance between cabaret performer Satine and bohemian songwriter Christian.
—Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 12 Apr. 2025
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Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 25 Apr. 2025
What resulted was a raucous reimagining of Mary Todd Lincoln as a wannabe cabaret singer with ringlet curls and a penchant for drinking.
—Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 1 May 2025
Where other roles in the show — like the vivacious cabaret star Sally Bowles (played in this production by Tony nominee Eva Noblezada) — interact primarily with one another, the Emcee is most interested in speaking directly to the audience.
—Stephen Daw, Billboard, 15 Apr. 2025
Based on the 2001 film by Baz Luhrmann, the jukebox musical takes its name from a famous French nightclub — founded in the 19th century and still open today — and follows a fictional romance between cabaret performer Satine and bohemian songwriter Christian.
—Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 12 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cabaret
Noun
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Pleasure Island nightclubs are closed as the area is absorbed into an area eventually known as Disney Springs.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
22 May 2025
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This left him little choice but to adopt a punishing schedule of nightclub gigs to generate income.—
Jordan Runtagh,
People.com,
22 May 2025
Noun
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Mushroom coffee is pretty much everywhere by now—from the beverage aisle of the grocery store to your favorite healthy cafe.—
Laura Solla,
Vogue,
30 May 2025
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Aside from a few food and coffee options on either side of Harris Ranch and a smattering in Bown Crossing, there are no restaurants, dining spots or cafes for neighbors to gather.—
Nick Rosenberger,
Idaho Statesman,
29 May 2025
Noun
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Kerik was among the guests feting Mr. Trump after his first appearance in federal court in Florida in a case related to his handling of classified documents, attending the former president's remarks at his Bedminster, New Jersey, club.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
30 May 2025
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The 49-year-old, who arrived at the club in 2021, has already won a Scudetto, two Italian Cups and three Italian Super Cups during his time in charge.—
George Ramsay,
CNN Money,
30 May 2025
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“Cabaret.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cabaret. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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