VocabJLPT N1
circus
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. circus
  2. 2. Circus
This loanword refers to a traveling performance show featuring acrobats, clowns, animal acts, and other spectacular entertainment. It is often associated with colorful tents and thrilling live performances.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

That proposal is as much of a stretch as a circus stunt!

Sentence 2

The circus is all glitz and glamour, but behind the scenes it's rough.

Sentence 3

I bought a circus ticket on my way home from work.

Sentence 4

Knowing you, it'll just turn into a circus and nothing will get done, right?

Sentence 5

Last week's circus was a little disappointing — our seats were so far back.