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as in hotel
a place that provides rooms and usually a public dining room for overnight guests
took lodging at a public house that had recently been completely renovated
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as in tavern
chiefly British
a place of business where alcoholic beverages are sold to be consumed on the premises
visited a public house in London that has been welcoming customers since the time of Charles Dickens
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Recent Examples of public house
This English pub, which draws inspiration from public houses and taverns of London, is on the ground floor of the historic Metropolitan Building in downtown Detroit.
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Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 8 Oct. 2024
This fine establishment has sat at the same address in the Williamsburg Bridge's shadow since 1887, and the interiors carry about as many frills as your average public house—dark wood, plaster walls, and so on.
—Charlie Hobbs, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Dec. 2024
The London-style public house is a unique offering that complements its rooftop neighbor, the Monarch Club.
—Annalise Frank, Axios, 17 Dec. 2024
Drawing inspiration from public houses and taverns of London, the Lone Goat — at 33 John R St., just off Woodward Avenue and across from The Brakeman — serves classic pub fare, paired with British and domestic draught beers, cocktails and spirits.
—Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 21 June 2024
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Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 8 Oct. 2024
This fine establishment has sat at the same address in the Williamsburg Bridge's shadow since 1887, and the interiors carry about as many frills as your average public house—dark wood, plaster walls, and so on.
—Charlie Hobbs, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Dec. 2024
The London-style public house is a unique offering that complements its rooftop neighbor, the Monarch Club.
—Annalise Frank, Axios, 17 Dec. 2024
Drawing inspiration from public houses and taverns of London, the Lone Goat — at 33 John R St., just off Woodward Avenue and across from The Brakeman — serves classic pub fare, paired with British and domestic draught beers, cocktails and spirits.
—Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 21 June 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for public house
Noun
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Their season aired amid the COVID-19 pandemic and was filmed in a villa constructed on top of a Las Vegas hotel.—
Emily Blackwood,
People.com,
3 June 2025
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The hotel’s private beach, accessible only by elevator cut through solid rock, epitomizes the exclusive yet authentic Italian experience that has drawn discerning travellers for generations.—
Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
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Shells from the tavern in the basement of Gladstone’s Land, a tenement house in the Scottish capital, filled in gaps in the building’s brickwork.—
Garritt C. Van Dyk,
Smithsonian Magazine,
29 May 2025
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Tom Ryan has World Series-sized ambitions for his new East Village tavern.—
Peter Rowe,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 May 2025
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The sleeper service from Hamburg in northern Germany would, therefore, be a hostel on wheels.—
Carlton Reid,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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Meanwhile, Fred remained behind bars and was later transferred to a bail hostel while awaiting trial.—
Alex Gurley,
People.com,
16 May 2025
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Other ketamine clinics nearby include Zen Integrative Care, where people can get infusions a few floors above an Irish pub (not so serene, maybe), and Ketamine Infusion + Holistic, which is located in the same building as at least three dental offices and a dermatologist.—
Matthew Sedacca,
Curbed,
2 June 2025
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Turkey Red is a casual eatery with sustainable Mediterranean menu and baked goods, while Palmer Alehouse is a popular neighborhood family-friendly pub offering a wide selection of local craft beers.—
Brandon Withrow,
Travel + Leisure,
1 June 2025
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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
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Red Onion Saloon Dining at this historic saloon is like stepping back in time to the gold rush era, when bustling dance halls, saloons, and brothels were popular in Skagway.—
Sharael Kolberg,
Travel + Leisure,
27 May 2025
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But the song itself (written by Meola, Melissa Fuller, and Ben West) is a genuine slow-burn saloon heartbreaker.—
David Browne,
Rolling Stone,
13 May 2025
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Industry people who are looking for new artists come to this watering hole to discover that.—
Erick Galindo,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2025
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The 10 Best Towns For Antique Shopping In Florida Dine Around Town Breweries The city has its own Ale Trail that includes a variety of establishments, including dockside watering holes and an arcade bar.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
5 May 2025
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In midtown Sacramento, bars filled with fans — many loyal to the Kings — watched Haliburton showcase his leadership and creativity on the court.—
Marcus D. Smith,
Sacbee.com,
28 May 2025
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Greeks are famously late-night eaters and known to occupy every available space at bars, beaches and benches waiting for their city to cool down.—
Elinda Labropoulou,
CNN Money,
28 May 2025
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“Public house.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/public%20house. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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