jukebox
word
Definition
A jukebox is a machine, often found in restaurants or bars, where you can play songs by putting in coins and choosing the music you want to hear.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly refers to classic coin-operated music machines from the mid-1900s, now often thought of with nostalgia. Rare in daily life today, but common in retro-themed venues or as a metaphor for variety or musical choice ('a jukebox of ideas').
Example Sentences
The old diner has a jukebox in the corner.
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You need coins to play music on the jukebox.
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She chose her favorite song from the jukebox.
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Let’s play something upbeat on the jukebox while we wait for our food.
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The bar uses a digital jukebox that lets you pick songs from your phone.
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His basement looks like an old diner, complete with a neon sign and a working jukebox.
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