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Definition of datenext
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as in appointment
an agreement to be present at a specified time and place I have a date to meet my financial consultant at seven o'clock

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2
as in duration
the period during which something exists, lasts, or is in progress the embarrassingly short date of most of his romances

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date

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verb

1
as in to accompany
to go on a social engagement with I don't want to date him—I'd rather just be friends

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as in to attend
to go on dates that may eventually lead to marriage we dated for two years before we got engaged

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Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of date
Noun
The pop singer has been teasing her return to music over the past few weeks with cryptic posts on social media featuring various images accompanied locations, dates and times. Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 22 June 2026 The next court date is scheduled for Friday morning, when additional matters, such as the defense’s interest in subpoenaing seven forensic witnesses to testify, will be discussed ahead of July’s preliminary hearing. Mirna Alsharif, NBC news, 22 June 2026
Verb
The confirmation that Batula and Wilson were dating shook the Bravoverse to its core, as that relationship broke some other long-standing friendships. Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 29 June 2026 The pair sparked dating rumors in September 2017 after stepping out together to the Grammy Museum's annual gala. Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for date
Recent Examples of Synonyms for date
Noun
  • At a hearing on June 24 observed by The Times, 14 immigrants didn’t make their appointment, and were ordered removable by the end of the day.
    Itzel Luna, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2026
  • This includes logistical stressors, from school and daycare pick-up and drop-off, doctors’ appointments, sick kids and elder care, to things like pregnancy accommodations, pumping and menopause.
    Julia Korn, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Noun
  • Some forms of beauty can only emerge through imperfection, repair, and duration.
    Emmanuel Olunkwa, Architectural Digest, 1 July 2026
  • But for employers thinking strategically, the math tends to favor duration and age.
    Byron V. Garrett, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Verb
  • The Munizes included the same statement in a new post that instead was accompanied by a photo of the family of three.
    Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 2 July 2026
  • The oversized Route 66 sign accompanying the treat is perfect for a selfie background, and the statue is located next to the Rich & Creamy Ice Cream Shop.
    Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026
Verb
  • The comparison group, who did not attend college, had earned $432,996.
    Daniel de Visé, USA Today, 25 June 2026
  • The women, who also wore Mexico jerseys, were planning to attend the watch party.
    Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 25 June 2026
Noun
  • This little pitstop happened on Lucy's way to a rendezvous with the Trojan asteroids that shadow Jupiter around the sun.
    Keith Cooper, Space.com, 19 June 2026
  • Venus, which is fresh off a rendezvous with the moon, is a frequent visitor in Earth's night sky, as is Jupiter.
    Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 8 June 2026
Noun
  • The best Amazon Prime Day hair tool deals prove that now’s the time to invest in a quality curling iron, blow-dry brush or straightener.
    Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 23 June 2026
  • Prime Day 2026 is here and now’s the time to jump on all the amazing deals happening this week, starting today, Tuesday, June 23 through Friday, June 26.
    Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 23 June 2026
Verb
  • In his place, acting President Delcy Rodríguez has been cautiously courting foreign oil companies and seeking relief from crushing sanctions.
    Helen Regan, CNN Money, 25 June 2026
  • Lalas’ apparent delight in courting the enmity of the American viewing public also extends to his co-hosts—so much so that his early verbal scuffles with Zlatan Ibrahimović have gone more viral than whooping cough.
    Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 24 June 2026
Noun
  • Because of that, these hands suffer from high production costs, poor durability against impacts, short operational lifespans, and there are no existing solutions that engineers can readily draw upon, Wang added.
    John Liu, CNN Money, 30 June 2026
  • Beyond your yard's appearance, a worn line can also reduce the efficiency and lifespan of your weed whacker by forcing the tool to work harder.
    Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 29 June 2026

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“Date.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/date. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.

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