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as in checks
a small sheet of plastic, paper, or paperboard showing that the bearer has a claim to something (as admittance)
only people with tickets will be allowed past the front gates
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as in labels
a slip (as of paper or cloth) that is attached to something to identify or describe it
the price on the ticket is $20 more than the advertised price
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as in doors
the means or right of entering or participating in
people to whom a green card represents a ticket to a better life
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as in keys
something that allows someone to achieve a desired goal
that entry-level job could be her ticket to a career in big-time advertising
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Recent Examples of tickets
Jillian Dara, Travel + Leisure, 10 Jan. 2026
Speaking of tickets, there are still seats available at Soldier Field on the secondary market.
—Victor Jacobo, CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
On StubHub, the cheaper tickets for the game were going for around $370 as of Thursday morning.
—Robert McCoppin, Chicago Tribune, 9 Jan. 2026
Ticketholders can use their tickets for the new dates or return to the point of purchase for a refund.
—Ross Raihala, Twin Cities, 9 Jan. 2026
In 2025, more than 16% of tickets sold for domestic showtimes were for these types of theaters, according to data from EntTelligence.
—Sarah Whitten, CNBC, 9 Jan. 2026
The United waivers and refund policies will even apply to passengers who have non-refundable or basic-economy tickets.
—Rob Wile, NBC news, 7 Nov. 2025
The Mosconi Cup, which is organized by Matchroom, is the most anticipated event on the pool calendar, attracting roughly 3,000 fans each year, compared to roughly 500 tickets sold for the US Open finals.
—Jeremy Herb, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2025
Occupancy across both free and paid in-person screenings also increased to 94%, up from 92% last year, with 47% of tickets being booked by first-time attendees.
—Ellise Shafer, Variety, 6 Nov. 2025
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Furthermore, sometimes passengers get to the gate and don’t have their passports or tickets readily available, which causes even more congestion, slowing the entire boarding process down.
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Research from the National Restaurant Association shows that 54% of full-service operators — including 67% of fine-dining operators — say their restaurants sometimes add a service charge or automatic gratuity to customer checks.—
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Are stimulus checks being sent out?—
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In addition to West Virginia, six other states have targeted food dyes with new laws or executive orders, requiring warning labels on food with certain dyes or banning the sale of such products in schools.—
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Remember to always consult your care labels on items before washing.—
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January 20 – February 18 You’re allowed to close your doors — not forever, but for the moment.—
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The installments were supposed to be used for various projects, including a $30,000 payment for windows and doors.—
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This Lululmeon Everywhere Belt Bag has a generous 2-liter capacity to store all the essentials (think phone, keys, wallet, lip balm)—and then some.—
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They’re equipped with a wide, smoothing waistband, a back drop-in pocket for stashing your cards or keys, and seamless legs for a streamlined look.—
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The testing milestone marks a key step toward launching the robotaxi service in the San Francisco Bay Area later in 2026.—
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Sexistential, co-produced with Åhlund, marks Robyn’s ninth album, after 2018’s Honey.—
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Here, travelers can look forward to rolling waves of Daily Drop coupons on categories like round-trip flights and train tickets—plus limited-time flash deals delivering up to 50% off select hotels.—
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Fans will also be thrilled about the return of the famous Cow Appreciation Day, where guests who dress up like a cow get free Chick-fil-A, and the Cow Calendar, a popular and item offering free food coupons throughout the entire year.—
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The timeline of Elordi’s relationship with influencer Olivia Jade Giannulli (daughter of actress Lori Loughlin and designer Mossimo Giannulli, who were involved in the 2019 college admissions scandal) begins in 2021.—
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Medicare allows public and private nonprofits of various types to offer PACE programs as a way of preventing nursing home admissions by combining social and medical services, and even transportation to and from day centers where care is often provided.—
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Furthermore, sometimes passengers get to the gate and don’t have their passports or tickets readily available, which causes even more congestion, slowing the entire boarding process down.—
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The Kings, or some iteration thereof, had their passports out to mosey through Canadian customs ahead of a back-to-back set.—
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“Tickets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tickets. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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