speakeasy
noun
speak·easy
ˈspēk-ˌē-zē 
plural speakeasies
: a place where alcoholic beverages are illegally sold
specifically
: such a place during the period of prohibition in the U.S.
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Bonus points: This reflective detail gives even the most basic setup an alluring, speakeasy feel.
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Kelsey Mulvey, Sunset Magazine, 18 Oct. 2024
Check their Instagram for the weekly speakeasy password.
—Mckenzie Rankin, Axios, 17 Oct. 2024
Our brand draws inspiration from Prohibition’s speakeasies, and history has shown us that overregulation often backfires.
—Rebecca Styn, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2024
Located in the former Crackers, the venue pays homage to listening rooms and speakeasies.
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Kelsey Mulvey, Sunset Magazine, 18 Oct. 2024
Check their Instagram for the weekly speakeasy password.
—Mckenzie Rankin, Axios, 17 Oct. 2024
Our brand draws inspiration from Prohibition’s speakeasies, and history has shown us that overregulation often backfires.
—Rebecca Styn, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2024
Located in the former Crackers, the venue pays homage to listening rooms and speakeasies.
—Holly V. Hays, The Indianapolis Star, 25 Oct. 2024
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“Speakeasy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/speakeasy. Accessed 12 Nov. 2024.
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speakeasy
noun
speak·easy
ˈspē-ˌkē-zē
plural speakeasies
: a place where alcoholic drinks are illegally sold
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