1
as in things
something that happens
dinnertime was devoted to talking over the day's events, not to watching television
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2
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
This heat wave is so extreme that it would only be expected to occur once about every 500 years in the current climate, according to World Weather Attribution, a group of scientists who study links between extreme weather events and climate change.
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Mira Rojanasakul, New York Times, 21 Mar. 2026
The issue has not been detailed, but such events are expected during early-stage testing of experimental aircraft.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 21 Mar. 2026
More events to collect donations for Stahl's family are scheduled this month.
—Jessica Riley, CBS News, 21 Mar. 2026
Over two Games, Gu has captured a medal in all six events she's entered — the only freeskier to do that in the sport's history.
—ABC News, 21 Mar. 2026
This festival will feature two new events this year, called the Fork + Fire and The Big Brunch.
—Alyson Rodriguez, Dallas Morning News, 20 Mar. 2026
Jacir wants to show a cross section of people’s responses to these events, but the result often feels like scattershot scenes from a longer miniseries, flitting from one character to another with little narrative thrust or cohesion.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 20 Mar. 2026
Pick and choose your events, including offsite readings that happen at earlier hours.
—Literary Hub, 13 Mar. 2026
Even then, there will still be some sporting events not available on YouTube TV, primarily Amazon, Apple and Netflix’s events.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 13 Mar. 2026
Mira Rojanasakul, New York Times, 21 Mar. 2026
The issue has not been detailed, but such events are expected during early-stage testing of experimental aircraft.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 21 Mar. 2026
More events to collect donations for Stahl's family are scheduled this month.
—Jessica Riley, CBS News, 21 Mar. 2026
Over two Games, Gu has captured a medal in all six events she's entered — the only freeskier to do that in the sport's history.
—ABC News, 21 Mar. 2026
This festival will feature two new events this year, called the Fork + Fire and The Big Brunch.
—Alyson Rodriguez, Dallas Morning News, 20 Mar. 2026
Jacir wants to show a cross section of people’s responses to these events, but the result often feels like scattershot scenes from a longer miniseries, flitting from one character to another with little narrative thrust or cohesion.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 20 Mar. 2026
Pick and choose your events, including offsite readings that happen at earlier hours.
—Literary Hub, 13 Mar. 2026
Even then, there will still be some sporting events not available on YouTube TV, primarily Amazon, Apple and Netflix’s events.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 13 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for events
Noun
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Despite new tax revenue from a 20 percent tax increase, the city still faced a shortfall and was on the hook for things not budgeted.—
Andy Sheehan,
CBS News,
25 Mar. 2026
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The Kings were trailing by 26 early in the second half when things got really ugly.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
25 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Particles in this time crystal move in an irregular, nonreciprocal manner, opening new possibilities for technology and industry.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
23 Mar. 2026
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Across Chicago’s South and West sides, residents, community organizations, artists, historians and local leaders are working to reclaim the stories and possibilities embedded in these neighborhoods.—
Tonika Lewis Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Mar. 2026
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Walk-up registration is available for most tournaments, but not the pro events.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
20 Mar. 2026
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The move to a summer-to-spring calendar aims to put MLS in a more competitive position for player transfers, while also freeing up its players for national team duties during the summer, when many major international tournaments take place.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
19 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Although the Commission did a U-turn after the parties sweetened the deal, the episode underscored that merger outcomes can bind companies with social taxes that may undermine their commercial merits.—
Tiisetso Motsoeneng,
semafor.com,
20 Mar. 2026
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The approval comes as the parties are fighting bitterly over the policies of the Department of Homeland Security, leading to a funding lapse that is now in its 34th day.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
20 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The sheriff said the child's father later confronted Duggar about the incidents on March 17 and the reality TV alum admitted to his actions to law enforcement in Tontitown and local police arrested Duggar soon after.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
21 Mar. 2026
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The union alleged in the statement members have documented multiple incidents since 2022, including retaliation, terminations and denial to translate disciplinary hearings.—
Addison Wright,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Mar. 2026
Noun
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At the beginning of the fall semester this school year, UT Arlington’s Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice started a new course in partnership with Arlington police to give students the opportunity to review APD cold cases and try to develop new leads.—
Emerson Clarridge
Updated March 21,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 Mar. 2026
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Mueller became a federal prosecutor and relished the work of handling criminal cases.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
22 Mar. 2026
Noun
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There will also be live music and entertainment, competitions and a peach pedal bike ride.—
Alyson Rodriguez,
Dallas Morning News,
20 Mar. 2026
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The only question is whether their uptick in performances is too little, too late — but Nuno’s side have only lost two of their last 12 matches in all competitions.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
20 Mar. 2026
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Sergei Bobrovsky wanted to get in on the Florida Panthers’ milestone celebrations on Tuesday.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
25 Mar. 2026
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Search volume jumped 133% in December, suggesting the drink is a go-to for holiday celebrations.—
Alexis Simmerman,
Austin American Statesman,
24 Mar. 2026
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“Events.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/events. Accessed 25 Mar. 2026.
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