as in announcers
a person who conducts a program of entertainment by making introductions and providing continuity
acted as emcee for the evening's entertainment at the political convention
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Recent Examples of emcees
The Grammy-winning rapper previously hosted the VMAs in 2022, cohosting with fellow emcees Nicki Minaj and Jack Harlow.
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Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2025
In the other, parents and other adults are walking between tables hosted by local environmental groups as a DJ from a local radio station emcees—live to both the attendees and listeners on the air.
—Justin Worland, Time, 27 Aug. 2025
Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2025
In the other, parents and other adults are walking between tables hosted by local environmental groups as a DJ from a local radio station emcees—live to both the attendees and listeners on the air.
—Justin Worland, Time, 27 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for emcees
Noun
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As Stromberg says, once the referee’s office clears a match for play, one of the USTA’s two announcers calls the players to the practice desk.—
Tim Newcomb,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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The Volunteers walked out of Atlanta with a 45-26 victory over the Orange, but a moment in the second quarter during what became a touchdown drive for Tennessee took the game's announcers by surprise.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
30 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Singer-songwriter Justine Word hosts.—
Eric E. Harrison,
Arkansas Online,
11 Sep. 2025
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For those who are unable to attend their in-person events, Hidary hosts live, virtual walking meditations (by donation or free) with the aim of fostering community.—
Anna Haines,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Emcees.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emcees. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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