meet and greet

noun

: a reception at which a public figure (such as a politician or rock star) socializes with press members and other guests
The candidate held a meet and greet with voters.
The pop singer took time for a meet and greet with fans.

Examples of meet and greet in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The tour also includes VIP packages that include meet and greets with Chiquis, plus limited edition tour posters. Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 11 Mar. 2024 With a two night stay, this promotion includes two prime orchestra seats, a meet and greet with a starring cast member at the MO Lounge and a special gift from the show to take home. Laurie Werner, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024 Kung Fu Panda will also allow guests to experience Po’s Kung Fu Training Camp, which features themed wet and dry areas, as well as Po Live! — an interactive character meet and greet. Gabrielle Rockson, Peoplemag, 29 Feb. 2024 Mayoral meet and greet Milpitas Mayor Carmen Montano is hosting 15-minute one-on-one meetings with community members on the first Monday of each month from 5-6 p.m. Anne Gelhaus, The Mercury News, 11 Feb. 2024 An estimated 4,000 fans showed up at the Burbank studio for a meet and greet with the bride and groom after the show aired. Michael Maloney, Variety, 14 Jan. 2024 An hour meet and greet can be added at an additional cost for two adults and three children. Laurie Werner, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024 The family-friendly area will have multiple interactive play areas, live entertainment, character meet and greets, and a roller coaster. Gabrielle Rockson, Peoplemag, 29 Feb. 2024 The scheduled screenings and events also include several meet and greets, special speaker events, receptions and Q&A sessions with filmmakers. The San Diego Union-Tribune Staff, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Jan. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1960, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of meet and greet was in 1960

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“Meet and greet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/meet%20and%20greet. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

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