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
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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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Avoid using the massager on the center of the throat.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
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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Princess Kate has long been a fan of the British eyewear brand, which sells both eyeglasses and sunglasses at its two hubs in London.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
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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Being around you was like being in connection with such a deep place of heart and soul.—
Mark Olsen,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Jan. 2025
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Central to the collection are accessories such as baseball caps, canvas totes and shoelaces adorned with heart motifs in the signature Valentine’s palette of red and white.—
Ty Gaskins,
WWD,
17 Jan. 2025
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Jennifer Ouellette Senior Writer Jennifer is a senior writer at Ars Technica with a particular focus on where science meets culture, covering everything from physics and related interdisciplinary topics to her favorite films and TV series.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
23 Jan. 2025
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On today’s episode Coral Davenport, a reporter covering energy and environmental policy, with a focus on climate change, for The New York Times.—
Pat McCusker,
New York Times,
23 Jan. 2025
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“Mecca.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mecca. Accessed 29 Jan. 2025.
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