Lyndon B. Johnson

You've got to work things out in the cloakroom, and when you've got them worked out, you can debate a little before you vote.

American President

I worked in a restaurant and in a nightclub cloakroom.

Cloakrooms are often found in places like museums or theaters where many visitors come.

A cloakroom is meant for short-term storage, not for leaving items overnight.

Cloakrooms are usually staffed, so your belongings are safeguarded while you visit.

In schools, a cloakroom is a space for students to store personal belongings during class.

Cloakrooms in schools or offices usually refer to coat storage, not toilets or washrooms.

In politics, 'cloakroom' can mean a private space where discussions happen away from the public.

Unlike public cloakrooms, political cloakrooms are not open for everyone; they are more exclusive.

In the UK, 'cloakroom' can also mean a bathroom, which might confuse Americans.

Remember that in the UK, 'cloakroom' might not refer to a place for coats, but a washroom.