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as in things
something that happens
dinnertime was devoted to talking over the day's events, not to watching television
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as in possibilities
something that might happen
in the event of rain, graduation ceremonies will be held indoors
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as in tournaments
a competitive encounter between individuals or groups carried on for amusement, exercise, or in pursuit of a prize
figure skating is usually one of the most popular events in the winter Olympics
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as in parties
a social gathering
the mayor's evenings are often tied up with one event after another
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Recent Examples of events
Recent events served as another reminder.
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Jay Posner, Los Angeles Times, 7 Mar. 2026
Avoiding documentary-like methods that presume to grasp events in large visual gulps, Ouédraogo offers visual fragments (however ample) that conjure a spectrum of experience that goes beyond what’s onscreen.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 6 Mar. 2026
Wars are filled with contingent events.
—Eliot A. Cohen, The Atlantic, 6 Mar. 2026
The blossom period usually spans about 10 days between mid-March and mid-April, anchored by the annual Fiesta del Cerezo en Flor, which fills local villages with markets, tastings, and cultural events.
—Alexandra Gillespie, Outside, 6 Mar. 2026
There are 30 medal events — 15 for men and 15 for women.
—ABC News, 6 Mar. 2026
Check the mall’s website for a full schedule of events.
—Travis Pinson, Dallas Morning News, 6 Mar. 2026
Many of the artists who still reside in Kansas City will be doing events throughout the exhibition, according to Hong.
—Noelle Alviz-Gransee
march 6, Kansas City Star, 6 Mar. 2026
Called Sunset Cove, the venue would host weddings and other special events, Tucker said in a memo to the Architectural Review Board.
—Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 27 Feb. 2026
Jay Posner, Los Angeles Times, 7 Mar. 2026
Avoiding documentary-like methods that presume to grasp events in large visual gulps, Ouédraogo offers visual fragments (however ample) that conjure a spectrum of experience that goes beyond what’s onscreen.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 6 Mar. 2026
Wars are filled with contingent events.
—Eliot A. Cohen, The Atlantic, 6 Mar. 2026
The blossom period usually spans about 10 days between mid-March and mid-April, anchored by the annual Fiesta del Cerezo en Flor, which fills local villages with markets, tastings, and cultural events.
—Alexandra Gillespie, Outside, 6 Mar. 2026
There are 30 medal events — 15 for men and 15 for women.
—ABC News, 6 Mar. 2026
Check the mall’s website for a full schedule of events.
—Travis Pinson, Dallas Morning News, 6 Mar. 2026
Many of the artists who still reside in Kansas City will be doing events throughout the exhibition, according to Hong.
—Noelle Alviz-Gransee
march 6, Kansas City Star, 6 Mar. 2026
Called Sunset Cove, the venue would host weddings and other special events, Tucker said in a memo to the Architectural Review Board.
—Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 27 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for events
Noun
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And upstairs, rooftop bar High Praise keeps things fresh with rotating pop-ups throughout the year.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 Mar. 2026
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The little things added up Tuesday.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
4 Mar. 2026
Noun
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In addition, a bonus room offers more second floor possibilities.—
James Alexander,
Hartford Courant,
1 Mar. 2026
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Travis is still thinking about the possibilities touring can bring.—
Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Feb. 2026
Noun
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As someone who frequently spends weekends on the lake or traveling to and from children’s sporting tournaments, durable products that can withstand transferring from the truck to the boat and everywhere in between are necessary.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
6 Mar. 2026
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Brunner said business picks up when state tournaments start in February.—
John Lauritsen,
CBS News,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The remaining 110 seats in the 275-member body will be allocated through a proportional representation system, under which political parties nominate lawmakers based on their share of the vote.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Mar. 2026
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Double Tap Pub, LIGA Boise and Brixx Craft House will host watch parties in Boise, and Garden City’s Belmont Brew House also will have one.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
5 Mar. 2026
Noun
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No incidents have ever been reported, but one former member of the organization was unsurprised at the team’s unhappiness, comparing his experience with the plane to opening the door of a modern luxury car only to find amenities and seats inside that belong in a 40-year-old sedan.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
28 Feb. 2026
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Two people were stabbed an hour apart in separate incidents Friday night in Brooklyn and Manhattan, cops said.—
Nicholas Williams,
New York Daily News,
28 Feb. 2026
Noun
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In most cases the additive/modifier is nothing more than a type of stop-leak.—
John Paul,
The Providence Journal,
6 Mar. 2026
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For many of the fraud cases that occurred during the pandemic, the statute of limitations has already passed or is nearly passed.—
William Melhado,
Sacbee.com,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Today, Rodeo Austin blends traditional livestock shows and rodeo competitions with concerts, food and family attractions.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
6 Mar. 2026
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This time, they — like the Olympics — will be scattered across northern Italy, with competitions clustered in Milan, Cortina D'Ampezzo and Val di Fiemme.—
Rachel Treisman,
NPR,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The month of February brought Tet celebrations, rainy weather and the start of spring season sports.—
Michele Cardon,
Oc Register,
3 Mar. 2026
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This year, the celebrations moved into fortified bomb shelters as the country wages war against Iran’s modern-day leaders.—
Matt Nighswander,
NBC news,
3 Mar. 2026
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“Events.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/events. Accessed 8 Mar. 2026.
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