: an establishment (such as a theater or restaurant) so laid out that patrons can be accommodated while remaining in their automobiles
drive-in
adjective
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In the late ’70s, Hooper’s movie had made its way from first-run theaters to the threadbare drive-ins of New England.
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Chris Nashawaty, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Oct. 2024
The burgers will remind you of old-school drive-in style burgers, which is perfect for Pool Burger’s location.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2024
Amenities include a pool, hot tub, food truck and nightly movies at the drive-in theater, popcorn included.
—Catherine Garcia, theweek, 18 Oct. 2024
What to expect: Smash burgers, hot dogs, fries and ice cream at prices that feel like a throwback to the historic spot's past lives as an actual drive-in just off Highway 7.
—Torey Van Oot, Axios, 17 Oct. 2024
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Chris Nashawaty, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Oct. 2024
The burgers will remind you of old-school drive-in style burgers, which is perfect for Pool Burger’s location.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2024
Amenities include a pool, hot tub, food truck and nightly movies at the drive-in theater, popcorn included.
—Catherine Garcia, theweek, 18 Oct. 2024
What to expect: Smash burgers, hot dogs, fries and ice cream at prices that feel like a throwback to the historic spot's past lives as an actual drive-in just off Highway 7.
—Torey Van Oot, Axios, 17 Oct. 2024
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“Drive-in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/drive-in. Accessed 2 Nov. 2024.
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