general admission

noun

: a fee paid for admission to a usually unreserved seating area (as in an auditorium or stadium)

Examples of general admission in a Sentence

Reserved seating is $20; general admission is $10.
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Universal Orlando Resort today announced all remaining general admission ticket products for visits in 2025 to its soon-to-open fourth theme park, Universal Epic Universe. Tom Tapp, Deadline, 13 Mar. 2025 Fans can purchase general admission tickets on March 13 starting at $399 for the three days, while VIP tickets are available to purchase for $929 each. Thania Garcia, Variety, 11 Mar. 2025 The additional project in the infield aims to give the space a fresh perspective with three new structures and race viewing experiences for the general admission guests. Tim Newcomb, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025 Doors open at 6 p.m.; the presentation is at 6:30 p.m. Tickets cost $10 for general admission; $5 for California Surf Museum members. Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for general admission

Word History

First Known Use

1969, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of general admission was in 1969

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“General admission.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/general%20admission. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.

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