automat

Example Sentences

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In 1902, Horn & Hardart opened the first automat in Philadelphia.

From Salon • Jan. 22, 2024

AP: In “Asteroid City,” you combined an interest in really disparate ideas — the ’50s theater of Sam Shepard with the automat.

From Seattle Times • May 23, 2023

It all made the automat ripe for a comeback.

From Washington Post • Apr. 8, 2022

Reiner agreed to an interview, and introduced her to his friend, comedy partner and fellow automat devotee Brooks.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 21, 2022

And when he didn't arrive at a prearranged meeting at the automat, Heinck and Quirin were furious.

From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple