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Arena

/əˈrinə/
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(noun) An enclosed area, often outdoor, for the presentation of sporting events (sports arena) or other spectacular events; earthen area, often oval, specifically for rodeos (North America) or circular area for bullfights (especially Hispanic America).

The Coliseum was the former arena in ancient Rome.
Layla's house became an arena for a fight to the death.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The concert was held in the large sports ____ downtown last night.

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