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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
The ceremonies, too, were split geographically, with Olympic cauldrons in both cities, with the athletes’ parade further shared with Livigno and Predazzo, national delegations divided according to where their events would be held.
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Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 7 Feb. 2026
Willingham returned from lunch, then went from his secluded office to the locked evidence room, which he was not authorized to enter, multiple sources with knowledge of the events told CNN.
—Rob Picheta, CNN Money, 7 Feb. 2026
Most fraternities maintain academic standards that exceed university requirements including minimum GPAs for membership, officer positions and social events.
—Anthony V. MacK, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Feb. 2026
The city is scheduled to host a half-marathon and two fitness events on South Beach in March, which also influenced the decision to adjust certain measures.
—Ivan Taylor, CBS News, 6 Feb. 2026
One of the stock show’s most popular events, the junior steer show attracts kids as young as 9 from all over the state, who flock to Fort Worth to present their beloved animals to an eagle-eyed judge.
—Emily Holshouser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Feb. 2026
Along with information about wedding events and shuttle buses, there was a QR code that led guests to a Google Map full of pinpointed restaurants, bars, tourist highlights, and even spots to enjoy the sunset.
—Kaitlin Menza, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
The producers and the author were doing kind of book events and the lines were like several times around the block.
—Ben Smith, semafor.com, 31 Jan. 2026
That deal also included events site EverOut and Bold Type Tickets, both of which will be imported to Chicago, Walkinshaw said.
—Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 7 Feb. 2026
Willingham returned from lunch, then went from his secluded office to the locked evidence room, which he was not authorized to enter, multiple sources with knowledge of the events told CNN.
—Rob Picheta, CNN Money, 7 Feb. 2026
Most fraternities maintain academic standards that exceed university requirements including minimum GPAs for membership, officer positions and social events.
—Anthony V. MacK, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Feb. 2026
The city is scheduled to host a half-marathon and two fitness events on South Beach in March, which also influenced the decision to adjust certain measures.
—Ivan Taylor, CBS News, 6 Feb. 2026
One of the stock show’s most popular events, the junior steer show attracts kids as young as 9 from all over the state, who flock to Fort Worth to present their beloved animals to an eagle-eyed judge.
—Emily Holshouser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Feb. 2026
Along with information about wedding events and shuttle buses, there was a QR code that led guests to a Google Map full of pinpointed restaurants, bars, tourist highlights, and even spots to enjoy the sunset.
—Kaitlin Menza, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
The producers and the author were doing kind of book events and the lines were like several times around the block.
—Ben Smith, semafor.com, 31 Jan. 2026
That deal also included events site EverOut and Bold Type Tickets, both of which will be imported to Chicago, Walkinshaw said.
—Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for events
Noun
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Fact-check things on social media before reposting them, using sources that provide links to original documents.—
Brenda Looper,
Arkansas Online,
11 Feb. 2026
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Kisilevych noted that some Ukrainians are promised that if things go wrong, they will be exchanged for Ukrainian citizens held as prisoners of war by Russia.—
Daria Tarasova-Markina,
CNN Money,
11 Feb. 2026
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These new players were inhaling possibilities.—
Jerry Brewer,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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Outside, the agricultural heritage of the property continues to offer possibilities.—
Miriam Schwartz,
Hartford Courant,
8 Feb. 2026
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Russia also lost the right to host, or even bid, for tournaments for four years.—
Kiki Intarasuwan,
CBS News,
6 Feb. 2026
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Damon emphasized that winners of the independent tournaments will not be labeled as state champions.—
Buddy Collings,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 Feb. 2026
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Before Moscow suspended New START in 2023, both parties carried out 328 on-site inspections and exchanged more than 25,000 notifications about each other’s activities, according to the State Department.—
Yuliya Talmazan,
NBC news,
5 Feb. 2026
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Super Bowl Sunday will bring watch parties with overflowing snack tables and a familiar lineup of wings, chips and dip.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
5 Feb. 2026
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That history, the company says, comes without safety incidents.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
8 Feb. 2026
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The report by one of the 48 nations that together have more than 7,500 peacekeepers in southern Lebanon says the number of incidents jumped from just one in January to 27 in December.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Feb. 2026
Noun
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In some cases, UNIFIL vehicles were damaged.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Feb. 2026
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Still, Arenas said neglect cases in particular are challenging for social services agencies to handle.—
Julia Prodis Sulek,
Mercury News,
7 Feb. 2026
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Although there will be a couple of weeks of sports competitions to come, none are possible without an opening ceremony, a combination of solemn official protocol with a fantastic representation of the host country’s culture and character, evoking the Olympic spirit itself.—
Robert Lloyd,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Feb. 2026
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All told, Rodriguez has played for nine clubs, totaling 127 goals and 161 assists in 516 appearances across all competitions.—
Andy Greder,
Twin Cities,
6 Feb. 2026
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Mardi Gras season is typically celebrated with jubilant music, street celebrations and parades, often occurring for the days leading up to Fat Tuesday.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
10 Feb. 2026
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The National Symphony Orchestra is no slouch, the Washington National Opera is solid, the Kennedy Center Honors have often been genuinely moving celebrations of the best in American culture.—
Christopher Robbins,
Curbed,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Events.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/events. Accessed 12 Feb. 2026.
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