master of ceremonies
noun phrase
1
: a person who determines the forms to be observed on a public occasion
2
: a person who acts as host at a formal event
3
: a person who acts as host for a program of entertainment (as on television)
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Mars Salazar, Austin American Statesman, 1 Apr. 2026
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—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 27 Mar. 2026
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The Mets said Rose will continue to serve as the master of ceremonies for Mets on-field special events at Citi Field including Opening Day, Mets Hall of Fame induction day, and number retirements.
—ABC News, 19 Mar. 2026
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Mars Salazar, Austin American Statesman, 1 Apr. 2026
Hall of Famer Jon Miller served as the master of ceremonies.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 27 Mar. 2026
Only three weeks before the CHP shootout with Abril at Mahany Park, Kevin MacEgan had served as master of ceremonies at his parents’ 50th wedding anniversary.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 26 Mar. 2026
The Mets said Rose will continue to serve as the master of ceremonies for Mets on-field special events at Citi Field including Opening Day, Mets Hall of Fame induction day, and number retirements.
—ABC News, 19 Mar. 2026
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“Master of ceremonies.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/master%20of%20ceremonies. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.
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