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or fête
1
as in event
a social gathering
the heiress wanted to do something with her life other than shuttle from fete to fete
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as in celebration
a time or program of special events and entertainment in honor of something
the island's annual fete is a celebration of the daffodil in all of its springtime beauty
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or fête
as in to honor
to show appreciation, respect, or affection for (someone) with a public celebration
the returning servicemen and servicewomen were feted with a week's worth of celebrations
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Recent Examples of fete
Holly Alvarado, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Jan. 2026
Some events will toast artists nominated this year, like Domino Records’s fête in honor of Wet Leg and DJ Ron Trent’s titular party, featuring performances by Rochelle Jordan and more at a secret location.
—Jaeden Pinder, Rolling Stone, 23 Jan. 2026
Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 10 Feb. 2026
Former Chicago Bears defensive tackle Steve McMichael, who was fighting against amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), was feted by bagpipes and drums outside his Homer Glen home after his election to the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2026
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Noun
The three-day fete debuted at downtown’s Embarcadero Marina Park North in 2019, was dark in 2020, 2021 and 2023, then returned in 2024 and again — but with a decline in attendance — in 2025.
—Holly Alvarado, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Jan. 2026
Some events will toast artists nominated this year, like Domino Records’s fête in honor of Wet Leg and DJ Ron Trent’s titular party, featuring performances by Rochelle Jordan and more at a secret location.
—Jaeden Pinder, Rolling Stone, 23 Jan. 2026
Verb
The woman behind the uber-creepy Aunt Gladys will be feted Saturday during the 13th annual Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild Awards at the Westin Bonaventure Hotel in Los Angeles.
—Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 10 Feb. 2026
Former Chicago Bears defensive tackle Steve McMichael, who was fighting against amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), was feted by bagpipes and drums outside his Homer Glen home after his election to the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fete
Noun
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President Calvin Coolidge was the first president to attend the event in 1924, establishing an annual tradition.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Mar. 2026
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Target plans to provide more details on its turnaround plan at an investor event Tuesday.—
Nathaniel Meyersohn,
CNN Money,
3 Mar. 2026
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The death of medieval theocratic dictator of Iran Ayatollah Khamenei--a diabolical fanatic who pursued nuclear weapons--is a moment of celebration.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
3 Mar. 2026
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Yes, celebrations are ahead for one of the more monotonous roster moves a team can make, and the Cowboys are gearing up to make a large handful this week.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 Mar. 2026
Verb
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In a media timeout, midway through the first half, former coach Jim Harrick (who led UCLA to its 11th national championship in 1995) was honored and got a loud ovation.—
Steve Galluzzo,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Mar. 2026
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When making travel plans, be sure to honor the preferences of everyone sharing the journey as much as possible.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Mar. 2026
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Early voting data suggest a notable uptick in early Democratic turnout, which could point to a continuing trend of strong enthusiasm among the party’s base.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
2 Mar. 2026
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But Cornyn's precarious stature as an incumbent vulnerable in his own party's primary has been the focus of a majority of the massive sums spent by both sides in the run up to March 3.—
THOMAS BEAUMONT,
Arkansas Online,
2 Mar. 2026
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While their genre peers’ fates have varied, Mumford & Sons remained perennial arena and festival headliners, with an ambitious midcareer streak in the studio.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2026
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Ty Dolla $ign and Buffalo rapper Benny the Butcher will bolster the hip-hop lineup, while electronic producer ZHU and Chicago DJ and producer Hiroko Yamamura round out the festival’s dance programming.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
4 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The spot is known for nurturing the arts through weekly live-music sessions and Havenfest, their annual birthday bash and creative showcase.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
28 Feb. 2026
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While Blippi and Meekah have plans to throw a surprise bash, Cat has already orchestrated a whimsical scavenger hunt just for them.—
Sarah Scott,
Parents,
27 Feb. 2026
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More than 8,000 athletes competed across the four events in 2025, and Little Rock Marathon Race Director Geneva Lamm says there are more than 12,000 registered for this year's festivities.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
1 Mar. 2026
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The festivities will include food, drinks, a DJ and giveaways.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 Mar. 2026
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But on The Romantic, Mars’ first solo album since 2016’s funk pastiche 24K Magic, his genre parroting comes off more as wedding reception slop than an exciting comeback.—
Brittany Spanos,
Pitchfork,
3 Mar. 2026
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The hope is to host a reception with proceeds from art sales going to support the historical society.—
Karen Billing,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Mar. 2026
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“Fete.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fete. Accessed 5 Mar. 2026.
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