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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The church opened a speakeasy, Le Béthel, in 2022 as a meeting place for locals and tourists alike.
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Chloé Braithwaite, New York Times, 25 July 2024
In part because of the pandemic, fans are still stumbling upon the speakeasy for the first time.
—Sam Farmer, Los Angeles Times, 24 June 2024
End the night at Trifecta Glass Art Lounge, a speakeasy in a glassblowing studio.
—Julia Eskins, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 June 2024
Historic Indianapolis home with a speakeasy This historic Indy home built in 1885 has been beautifully renovated to include some very unique features.
—Joe Mutascio, The Indianapolis Star, 19 July 2024
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Chloé Braithwaite, New York Times, 25 July 2024
In part because of the pandemic, fans are still stumbling upon the speakeasy for the first time.
—Sam Farmer, Los Angeles Times, 24 June 2024
End the night at Trifecta Glass Art Lounge, a speakeasy in a glassblowing studio.
—Julia Eskins, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 June 2024
Historic Indianapolis home with a speakeasy This historic Indy home built in 1885 has been beautifully renovated to include some very unique features.
—Joe Mutascio, The Indianapolis Star, 19 July 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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