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
Seitz’s attorneys, however, argued the video supported their version of events.
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Los Angeles Times, 28 Feb. 2026
The enforcement is unpredictable; a grower may be ordered to conduct a recall and pay fines for a situation that others face without penalty, even when no adverse health events are reported.
—Rino Ferrarese, Hartford Courant, 27 Feb. 2026
Sunset Cove would host about 12 events a year and smaller corporate events, according to the family’s zoning change request.
—Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 27 Feb. 2026
Dusted, which was founded by Hamish Hamilton, who has directed numerous major live events including the Super Bowl half-time shows, Simon Pizey and Ian Stewart, received investment in 2024.
—Peter White, Deadline, 27 Feb. 2026
There’s also a space for lawn games and poolside events.
—Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2026
The manners by which stories of heroes were conveyed in antiquity were not so unlike the comic books, movies and TV shows, games, and high-profile PR events of the Marvel Universe.
—Literary Hub, 27 Feb. 2026
Some events grapple with the two-hundred-and-fiftieth birthday of our discordant country.
—Inkoo Kang, New Yorker, 27 Feb. 2026
During such events, the public is generally allowed to visit the Capitol and pay their respects.
—Matt Brown, Arkansas Online, 21 Feb. 2026
Los Angeles Times, 28 Feb. 2026
The enforcement is unpredictable; a grower may be ordered to conduct a recall and pay fines for a situation that others face without penalty, even when no adverse health events are reported.
—Rino Ferrarese, Hartford Courant, 27 Feb. 2026
Sunset Cove would host about 12 events a year and smaller corporate events, according to the family’s zoning change request.
—Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 27 Feb. 2026
Dusted, which was founded by Hamish Hamilton, who has directed numerous major live events including the Super Bowl half-time shows, Simon Pizey and Ian Stewart, received investment in 2024.
—Peter White, Deadline, 27 Feb. 2026
There’s also a space for lawn games and poolside events.
—Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2026
The manners by which stories of heroes were conveyed in antiquity were not so unlike the comic books, movies and TV shows, games, and high-profile PR events of the Marvel Universe.
—Literary Hub, 27 Feb. 2026
Some events grapple with the two-hundred-and-fiftieth birthday of our discordant country.
—Inkoo Kang, New Yorker, 27 Feb. 2026
During such events, the public is generally allowed to visit the Capitol and pay their respects.
—Matt Brown, Arkansas Online, 21 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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Cathedral had several players miss its first three games because of several big club tournaments in November and early December.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Feb. 2026
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March Madness has nearly arrived, and for UConn fans that means the Big East Conference tournaments will soon be here with both UConn teams contenders for the annual tournament titles.—
From Staff Reports,
Hartford Courant,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
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In such arrangements, the parties typically split the payments, with the authorized entity completing the reimbursement paperwork and the ineligible provider ostensibly performing the services billed.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
27 Feb. 2026
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Many Republican officeholders in the Reaganite mold opposed them, and economists from both parties warned that they were poorly designed to reduce the overall trade deficit.—
David Pozen,
The Atlantic,
26 Feb. 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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The administration has argued in favor of gun rights in other cases, but government lawyers say this law is a justifiable restriction.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
1 Mar. 2026
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But complex criminal cases can take months and even years to solve.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
1 Mar. 2026
Noun
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In their past 15 meetings in all competitions since January 2020, Chelsea have won just once.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
28 Feb. 2026
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Pink proposed to Carey Hart at one of his competitions.—
Emma Banks,
InStyle,
27 Feb. 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 5 Mar. 2026.
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