community center

NOUN

center for social and cultural activities

Synonyms

STRONGEST

civic center

WEAK

rec center recreation center

Example Sentences

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He delivered a speech at a London community center on Monday, without a jacket or tie and with his shirtsleeves rolled up.

From Salon • May 12, 2026

Initial plans are focusing on key areas, including a proposed civic redevelopment site with a community center, municipal buildings, and affordable housing, as well as an industrial zone near Comox Lake.

From Science Daily • May 6, 2026

When they’re in town, the Brawns go to the community center to help with river cleaning and read English books to kindergarteners.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

Feb. 1 to the Quail Hill community center area after receiving a report of a possible rattlesnake bite, said Kyle Oldoerp, public information officer for the Irvine Police Department.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

My job, every Thursday after school, is to wheel him to the community center for Seniors Games Club, hang out there, and wheel him back.

From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali