bowling alley

[boh-ling al-ee] / ˈboʊ lɪŋ ˌæl i /

NOUN

building for bowling

Synonyms

WEAK

bowling green bowling lane skittle alley

Example Sentences

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In 2024, workers said, the company hosted a Christmas party that featured a cash bar at a local bowling alley.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026

Completed in 2021, the sprawling property is now believed to be worth around $35 million, offering an array of high-end amenities, including a bowling alley, private gym, an Olympic-size swimming pool, and a spa.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 4, 2026

The incident, beside a bowling alley and near Mount Vernon High School’s football stadium, took less than half an hour.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 17, 2025

Over the years, a host of presidents have made renovations, from a bowling alley to an indoor swimming pool.

From BBC • Oct. 23, 2025

Faye was waitressing at the bowling alley one Friday night when Gene wandered in with a pack of his friends.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover