tickets 1 of 2

plural of ticket
1
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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tickets

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verb

present tense third-person singular of ticket
as in marks
to attach an identifying slip to the attendant quickly ticketed my coat and handed the claim stub back to me

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Recent Examples of tickets
Noun
Baker’s role in reselling tickets was, after all, disclosed prior to the IPO. Diane Brady, Fortune, 27 July 2026 Guests can upgrade to VIP individual tickets or the signature case package to receive special seating, beverages and personalized experiences. Claire Harutunian, Charlotte Observer, 27 July 2026 Increasing popularity and selling as many tickets as is possible boosts revenues; revenues can be used to reinvest in infrastructure and to make tournaments better in the ongoing arms race for supremacy between the four Grand Slams. James Hansen, New York Times, 27 July 2026 The consumer‑facing bottle made the tournament collectible, but the 4,000 World Cup tickets Taittinger bought and distributed to its global importers, distributors and partners gave them a persuasive reason to feel valued. Lilian Raji, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026 The larger number included fans attending matches and those without tickets attending other events. Kansas City Star, 27 July 2026 This week in Atlanta, head to Piedmont Park for an ice cream and wellness festival, get tickets to a summer picnic pop-up from Smoking Tiger Club and listen to live jazz music at Little Tart After Dark. Olivia Wakim, AJC.com, 21 July 2026 Single-film tickets are $24 for members and $29 for non-members. La Jolla Light, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 July 2026 All of New York City is at a nadir; Ray is on the straight and narrow, but needs an influx of cash (for Jackson Five tickets for his daughter). Los Angeles Times, 20 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tickets
Noun
  • Pat McInerney, a Kansas City attorney and former federal prosecutor, said background checks are essential before filing a lawsuit.
    Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 24 July 2026
  • The companies describe the technology as analogous to Global Entry for international travelers, in that pre-verified goods move through compliance checks faster because customs isn’t starting a full risk review every time.
    Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 24 July 2026
Noun
  • Ann Demeulemeester and Balmain labels receive close-ups, briefly turning the runway fantasy back into fittings, image selection and work.
    Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 31 July 2026
  • When the bloc’s AI Act comes into force on Sunday, AI companies will be required to make clear to consumers with labels or digital watermarks that chatbots or imagery are generated with AI.
    Sam McNeil, Fortune, 31 July 2026
Noun
  • Telsey also noted that the first quarter decline was slightly below internal expectations due in part to wholesale timing and a weaker performance from a subset of doors within Vans’ store fleet.
    Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 31 July 2026
  • Major supermarket chains like Kroger, Albertsons, Safeway, or Publix regularly discount staple items at steep loss-leader prices just to get shoppers through the doors.
    Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 31 July 2026
Noun
  • There’s also the technical and organizational overhead of maintaining and supporting old versions and their associated keys indefinitely.
    Scharon Harding, ArsTechnica, 21 July 2026
  • Being an 80% keyboard, the MQ80 has the exact same number as tenkeyless, but IQUNIX compresses the layout, shifting the arrow keys, delete, home, end, page up and page down and others to the right.
    Gieson Cacho, Mercury News, 21 July 2026
Verb
  • The site marks a Civil War battle from 1862 that, although minor, had a great significance.
    Zuri Primos July 26, Kansas City Star, 26 July 2026
  • Today marks 100 days until the midterms, and with control of the Senate at stake, can Jackson win over Platner supporters and flip the key seat currently held by longtime incumbent Senator Susan Collins?
    ABC News, ABC News, 26 July 2026
Noun
  • By pairing digital manufacturer coupons with store promotional events, Wheeler shares that expectant parents can build a year’s supply across multiple sizes at 50% off before their baby even arrives.
    Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 31 July 2026
  • Her weekly menu planning starts at home with an app that displays special offers and digital coupons.
    ABC News, ABC News, 25 July 2026
Noun
  • To achieve growth for both undergrad and graduate students, the admissions office is sending two staff members to India under memorandums of understanding and partnerships with organizations in that country.
    Amy Lavalley, Chicago Tribune, 26 July 2026
  • And Ziyu Gao, the club’s vp, posts TikToks about the process of getting into USC; a 2025 clip, which shows her real-time reactions to her college admissions decisions, has amassed nearly half a million views.
    Avery Stone, HollywoodReporter, 23 July 2026
Noun
  • The spacious main compartment easily holds your essentials—like a phone, portable charger, and sunglasses—while the internal zip pocket and hidden back zip pocket keep important documents and passports secure.
    Destinee Scott, Travel + Leisure, 29 July 2026
  • According to data provided by the organizers, the 13 stores gave out more than 2750 passports, and all 325 finisher tote bags (and more than 51 additional people finished and will be sent finisher prizes).
    Erik Pedersen, Daily News, 28 July 2026

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“Tickets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tickets. Accessed 1 Aug. 2026.

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