1
: a formal dance given by a high school or college class see also promposal
2
British
: promenade sense 2
Examples of prom in a Sentence
Noun
Are you going to the prom?
he resolved to ask her to the school prom at the first opportunity
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Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 10 May 2026
From classic, fairy-tale ball gowns to modern designs and sleek silhouettes, check out some of the most scene-stealing prom dresses seen on-screen.
—Diana Pearl, PEOPLE, 9 May 2026
But his entire focus was on his upcoming graduation in June — especially his prom with his girlfriend, Gigi, his mother said.
—Emma Seiwell, New York Daily News, 1 May 2026
Pauls Valley High School's prom was held in the school, the same building where Moore stopped the shooting.
—Josh Kelly, Oklahoman, 20 Apr. 2026
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Noun
It's been a special occasion destination for Greenvillians for more than half a century, the site of innumerable prom dates and anniversary celebrations.
—Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 10 May 2026
From classic, fairy-tale ball gowns to modern designs and sleek silhouettes, check out some of the most scene-stealing prom dresses seen on-screen.
—Diana Pearl, PEOPLE, 9 May 2026
But his entire focus was on his upcoming graduation in June — especially his prom with his girlfriend, Gigi, his mother said.
—Emma Seiwell, New York Daily News, 1 May 2026
Pauls Valley High School's prom was held in the school, the same building where Moore stopped the shooting.
—Josh Kelly, Oklahoman, 20 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for prom
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“Prom.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/prom. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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