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
Creating an even larger mecca for the music lover is an exciting prospect, especially for our intimate live events, where the world’s most exciting artists perform in-store for the admission of purchasing their new album.
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Matthew Strauss, Pitchfork, 23 Jan. 2025
Although better known as a mecca for fashion and style, Milan is the capital of the agriculture-rich Lombardy region, ensuring that restaurants and home cooks can access fresh, high-quality local ingredients.
—Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 18 Jan. 2025
Named after eggplant and armed with organic tofu, up-and-coming Utah brand Aubergine Kitchen plans to crash straight into the Treasure Valley’s artery-clogging, restaurant-chain mecca.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 16 Jan. 2025
Start with Carl Peterson’s pivotal vision in 1989 to make Arrowhead Stadium a tailgating mecca with an irresistible game-day atmosphere — one that for a decade has held the Guinness World Record for loudest crowd roar at a sports stadium with a reading of 142.2 decibels.
—Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 12 Jan. 2025
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Matthew Strauss, Pitchfork, 23 Jan. 2025
Although better known as a mecca for fashion and style, Milan is the capital of the agriculture-rich Lombardy region, ensuring that restaurants and home cooks can access fresh, high-quality local ingredients.
—Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 18 Jan. 2025
Named after eggplant and armed with organic tofu, up-and-coming Utah brand Aubergine Kitchen plans to crash straight into the Treasure Valley’s artery-clogging, restaurant-chain mecca.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 16 Jan. 2025
Start with Carl Peterson’s pivotal vision in 1989 to make Arrowhead Stadium a tailgating mecca with an irresistible game-day atmosphere — one that for a decade has held the Guinness World Record for loudest crowd roar at a sports stadium with a reading of 142.2 decibels.
—Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 12 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mecca
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Rather than making call centers obsolete, AI is set to redefine the role of human agents.—
Danny Asnani,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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With Ryan Hartman suspended for another four games, the centers left on the Wild roster include Marco Rossi, Freddy Gaudreau, Marat Khusnutdinov and Devin Shore.—
Michael Russo,
The Athletic,
25 Feb. 2025
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Casa Loewe is not only an emotional hub for art and culture enthusiasts but also a tangible embodiment of the brand’s artistic essence.—
WWD,
WWD,
28 Feb. 2025
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The telecommunications equipment factory was for years a hub of technical and white-collar jobs.—
Kevin Spear,
Orlando Sentinel,
28 Feb. 2025
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Commissioned by the Kosovo authorities for the country's capital Pristina, the Opera and Ballet Theatre of Kosovo is being created in collaboration with local studio ALB-Architect and will measure 42,395 sq m (456,403 sq ft).—
Adam Williams,
New Atlas,
17 Feb. 2025
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Some state capitals boast incredible job markets, high average salaries, world-class universities, and an abundance of attractions.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
17 Feb. 2025
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During the execution, Sigmon will be strapped to a chair, hooded, and marked with a target over his heart.—
Tom Rogers,
Newsweek,
22 Feb. 2025
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As our hearts break for you, America, and every democracy now fighting for its life, millions of people have reached out to you in solemn solidarity.—
Sabrina Haake,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Feb. 2025
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When Mars moved into Cancer, the focus shifted to self-disclosure.—
Colin Bedell,
Them,
28 Feb. 2025
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Sly and the Family Stone’s Documentary The pioneering group — and especially Sly himself — are the focus of Sly Lives (AKA The Burden of Black Genius).—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Mecca.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mecca. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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