as in center
a thing or place that is of greatest importance to an activity or interest
that region of Connecticut is a mecca for antique hunters
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Recent Examples of mecca
The choice of the Apollo Theater in Harlem, a venue that opened in 1934 as a mecca for Black culture, could appeal to the mayor’s base of Black voters who may be more likely to keep supporting him.
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Emma G. Fitzsimmons, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2025
The sign is cemented in the region’s lore as a mystery, a mecca and a reminder of home.
—Hanh Truong, Sacramento Bee, 2 Jan. 2025
During the Classic Yacht Regatta, now in its 37th year, Falmouth Harbour transforms into a yachting mecca with every type of boat riding the wind around the island.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Nov. 2024
There was also the Folklife Center, a whole store converted into a mecca of everything folk.
—Charlie Hobbs, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Dec. 2024
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Emma G. Fitzsimmons, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2025
The sign is cemented in the region’s lore as a mystery, a mecca and a reminder of home.
—Hanh Truong, Sacramento Bee, 2 Jan. 2025
During the Classic Yacht Regatta, now in its 37th year, Falmouth Harbour transforms into a yachting mecca with every type of boat riding the wind around the island.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Nov. 2024
There was also the Folklife Center, a whole store converted into a mecca of everything folk.
—Charlie Hobbs, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mecca
Noun
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To find the closest available warming center and hours, residents can contact 311 via phone or online at 311.chicago.gov. Five overnight shelters for youth and adults will be operating through Wednesday morning for those needing emergency assistance.—
Adriana Pérez,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Jan. 2025
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Three-deck Atrium Lobby, Walt Disney Theatre (977-capacity live productions) and Buena Vista Theatre (278-capacity cinema); family and adult pools; spa and fitness center, jogging track.—
Mark Gauert,
Sun Sentinel,
20 Jan. 2025
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The appeal lies in creating a space where New Yorkers can enjoy exceptional service, free parking (a rarity in the region), and an experience that feels just as special as a trip to Manhattan’s luxury hubs.—
Kate Hardcastle,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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That will include shifting some production — particularly control room production — from New York and Washington, D.C., to CNN’s Atlanta hub.—
Alex Weprin,
The Hollywood Reporter,
23 Jan. 2025
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The Music Loft, a private residence and entertainment venue in the Tennessee capital’s historic Market Street Building, is set to go under the hammer next month with Interluxe Auctions and Compass’s Stephen Brush.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
24 Jan. 2025
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The report highlights the company's intention to raise capital to fund its business plan, which includes acquiring operating companies, though no capital has been raised as of the filing date.—
Quartz Intelligence Newsroom,
Quartz,
24 Jan. 2025
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Eating more potassium-rich foods can help prevent high blood pressure and heart disease.29 12.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
29 Jan. 2025
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Lil Petey has an honest heart and carries the untainted perspective of a pure, impressionable small child.—
Lynnette Nicholas,
Parents,
29 Jan. 2025
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This one, clearly the focus piece of the outfit, is a warm, chocolate-brown color with cream shearling lining and trim, including a cape-like hood in the back.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Glamour,
23 Jan. 2025
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But, inside a federal courthouse in Brooklyn this week, the focus wasn’t squarely on Anthony’s legendary basketball career that spanned 19 seasons in the NBA, or even his budding post-retirement exploits.—
Melanie Anzidei,
The Athletic,
23 Jan. 2025
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“Mecca.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mecca. Accessed 3 Feb. 2025.
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