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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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2
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
Connor Sheets, Los Angeles Times, 3 May 2026
This Saturday, Cortez will celebrate five years in the pop-up arena with an anniversary fete at brewery Chapman Crafted in Orange.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 7 Apr. 2026
Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 2 June 2026
He was feted by many friends and admirers.
—Molly Guthrey, Twin Cities, 1 June 2026
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Noun
Minutes later, as the president sat on an open stage during the fete, Allen allegedly ran through a magnetometer and past Secret Service agents toward the ballroom before firing at least one shotgun round in the direction of the stairs leading down to the ballroom, the memo said.
—Connor Sheets, Los Angeles Times, 3 May 2026
This Saturday, Cortez will celebrate five years in the pop-up arena with an anniversary fete at brewery Chapman Crafted in Orange.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 7 Apr. 2026
Verb
On May 13, luxury womenswear brand Scarlett Gasque feted the opening of its new Meatpacking District boutique.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 2 June 2026
He was feted by many friends and admirers.
—Molly Guthrey, Twin Cities, 1 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fete
Noun
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See list of free community events How to watch the World Cup in Miami away from the stadium.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2026
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Here are the brands and events to note.—
Lucy Maguire,
Vogue,
16 June 2026
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Particularly when those celebrations involve more grandiose demonstrations of patriotism, or are organized by someone who doesn't share their political ideology or belief system.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
16 June 2026
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But there were also a smattering of fans with pre-revolutionary flags who booed the Iranian national anthem and erupted in celebration when New Zealand scored an early goal.—
Henry Bushnell,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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Knicks fan Pierre said, wearing a gold chain with a platano charm (a good-luck symbol honoring Dominican player Karl-Anthony Towns).—
Antonio Ferme,
Variety,
11 June 2026
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With nearly 50 years on the airwaves across syndicated radio, television and film, Cody was honored with a star on the Music City Walk of Fame in the fall of 2024.—
Emily St. Martin,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
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Vegas pulled Carter Hart with about three minutes to go, officially entering desperation mode, but nothing worked, and Nikolaj Ehlers scored an empty-netter to start the party.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
15 June 2026
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Pre‑game party draws thousands Netherlands soccer fans gathered outside Choctaw Stadium for a pre‑game celebration with live music, a DJ, and entertainment.—
Dawn White,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
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In a news release on June 10, the Toledo Police Department said arrest warrants have been issued for Ka Nye Taylor, 20, in connection with the June 6 shooting near the Old West End Festival, a popular street festival that draws thousands of visitors each year.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
11 June 2026
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The festival will celebrate the LGBTQ+ culture, music, community and entertainment.—
Adam Thompson,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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The October bash was hosted by the bride's parents, Baria and Ramzi Alamuddin, at the historic Danesfield House Hotel and Spa 40 miles outside London in Buckinghamshire.—
Grace Gavilanes,
PEOPLE,
6 June 2026
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After Lestat finagles his way into becoming the King Raj of Mardi Gras in 1940, the vampire trio throws an extravagant bash that ends in a bloodbath.—
Tiffany Kelly,
Entertainment Weekly,
3 June 2026
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The historic victory sparked scenes of jubilation, with fans flooding the streets, celebrities joining in the festivities and city leaders planning a ticker-tape parade.—
Freddie Clayton,
NBC news,
14 June 2026
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The festivities will begin tomorrow afternoon with a media session which will showcase highlights from the past decade at the resort and provide the updates about the latest developments, according to the organizers.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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Kylian Mbappé was met with an incredibly loud reception.—
NBC News,
NBC news,
17 June 2026
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Accessibility for those with mobile impairments The rooms, villas and reception all have step-free access, and the electric buggies mean getting around the resort is simple.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 June 2026
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“Fete.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fete. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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