How to Use gathering in a Sentence

gathering

noun
  • I see my cousins only at occasional family gatherings.
  • The gathering brings in millions of dollars to the city.
    Hannah Kirby, Journal Sentinel, 25 July 2023
  • The third teen did not see the forcible kiss but confirmed details of the gathering.
    Justin Jouvenal, Washington Post, 22 Mar. 2024
  • The wood fireplace makes for a cozy gathering place for cool fall evenings.
    Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 15 Aug. 2023
  • Often, as at this 1981 gathering, the guests were in their own world and oblivious to the camera.
    Natalia Jiménez-Stuard, Washington Post, 30 Dec. 2023
  • Kelly said the goal is to make the events comparable to a small-town gathering in the Midwest.
    Alexandra Hardle, The Arizona Republic, 21 Mar. 2024
  • Take photos of people observing the eclipse and the scene of any eclipse gatherings.
    James Powel, USA TODAY, 4 Apr. 2024
  • Creamy, fruity, and with a salty crunch on top from the pretzels, this dish will always be welcome at game day gatherings.
    Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 3 Aug. 2023
  • Recovery teams then take the body to a dusty car park that has become the main gathering point for the relief effort.
    Stuart Ramsay, NBC News, 11 Sep. 2023
  • Taylor Swift had an all-star gathering in New York City.
    Tommy McArdle, Peoplemag, 26 Oct. 2023
  • Instead, a shady park near the beloved church has become as a gathering spot for the faithful, Verrengia said.
    Breanne Kovatch, BostonGlobe.com, 22 June 2023
  • The gallery hall can be reserved for an office space or art studio, and the living room has ample room to host a large gathering.
    Lizzy Rosenberg, Peoplemag, 21 Sep. 2023
  • In March 2021, Newsom was facing the gathering threat of a recall election.
    Mark Z. Barabak, Los Angeles Times, 11 Sep. 2023
  • Witnessing kids aimlessly milling about on city streets sparked the idea of a safe gathering place.
    Lisa Napoli, Fortune, 8 Nov. 2023
  • The word is used to describe large gatherings or festivals.
    The Enquirer, 20 June 2023
  • As Brosnan enjoys his moment in the spotlight, see all the stars who came out to celebrate him at the 2024 gathering.
    Kate Hogan, Peoplemag, 8 Mar. 2024
  • The market has become a gathering spot for Guatemalans in L.A., serving up dishes that remind them of home.
    Kamren Curiel, Los Angeles Times, 11 Jan. 2024
  • Members of the Baptist Young People's Union loved the gathering, but not the sweltering summer heat.
    Frank E. Lockwood, Arkansas Online, 5 Aug. 2023
  • At a family gathering, should guests help with cleanup?
    Nicholas Ivor Martin and Jacobina Martin, oregonlive, 5 June 2023
  • Here’s how to stay protected amid the holiday travel rush and gatherings with loved ones.
    Elizabeth Robinson, NBC News, 21 Dec. 2023
  • But the gathering had been canceled because of endemic malaria in the Guna Yala area.
    Nina Burleigh, Smithsonian Magazine, 4 Jan. 2024
  • The gathering was followed up by a bicycle cruise through the neighborhood to bring awareness to the impacts the expansion would bring.
    Jordan Miller, The Salt Lake Tribune, 6 Aug. 2023
  • What started as just a kitchen and small front room with space for about 40 customers, grew to be a town favorite and popular gathering place for locals.
    Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Feb. 2024
  • Montgomery Steppe began to share some of her plans at a gathering of her supporters on election night.
    Emily Alvarenga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Nov. 2023
  • If approved, the 60% threshold would take effect right away, and changes to signature gathering would be in place starting Jan. 1.
    Haley Bemiller, The Enquirer, 27 June 2023
  • This buzz worthy gathering of petite pumpkins is sweet as can be.
    Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Oct. 2023
  • While the recent string of lengthy talks have shown progress, the writers and the studios had yet to reach compromises on at least one or two key issues by the end of Friday’s gathering.
    Wendy Lee, Los Angeles Times, 23 Sep. 2023
  • Now, what was once a celebration in a house with a big feast has become a crowded gathering in a tent for Al-Bayed and thousands of other Gazans.
    Marwa Mouaki, ABC News, 2 Apr. 2024
  • Large crowds were also seen gathering on school premises.
    Isaac Yee, CNN, 18 June 2023
  • In the final snap, family members and friends can be seen gathering by a large dining table for a selfie.
    Gabrielle Rockson, Peoplemag, 18 Aug. 2023

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