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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
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
18 May 2026
Patton, who was on hand for Wednesday’s awards fete, will spend the summer on a European tour with Side-Eye III+ that opens June 5 in Denmark.
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George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
Now, Trump is back in the White House where he is visited and feted by the same tech moguls that had once banned him from their platforms.
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Donie O'Sullivan,
CNN Money,
6 June 2026
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Noun
There was a palpable, buzzy atmosphere in the room as the success of Spanish cinema at the French fete this year was brought up on stage.
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Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
18 May 2026
Patton, who was on hand for Wednesday’s awards fete, will spend the summer on a European tour with Side-Eye III+ that opens June 5 in Denmark.
—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
Verb
Their work was feted at a celebration in absentia, with readings given through proxies.
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Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
Now, Trump is back in the White House where he is visited and feted by the same tech moguls that had once banned him from their platforms.
—
Donie O'Sullivan,
CNN Money,
6 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fete
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Greenwood is leading a series of high-profile events to celebrate America's 250th anniversary.
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Fans from around the world attended the event, with many saying this World Cup has felt different.
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With stages stretching from Freedom Corner to the Point and crowds growing every year, Pittsburgh’s Juneteenth celebration has evolved into a centerpiece of the city’s summer calendar and a living testament to Black culture, commerce and community pride downtown.
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The 23rd annual Sacramento Juneteenth celebration filled William Land Park on Saturday with a parade of 15 contingents and a festival with educational exhibits on Black American history.
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While June 27 was a day to honor and celebrate Wiley, Turner said June 28 marked the beginning of the fight for answers and accountability.
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The 83-year-old singer and songwriter has been honored with the Congressional Medal of Honor Society's National Patriot Award and has entertained troops on more than 30 United Service Organizations (USO) tours, according to Soldier Valley Spirits.
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In movies, friendships end with a big blowup after there has been a significant betrayal by one party.
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Another climber, who was not part of the woman's party, happened to be nearby and was able to help the woman, remaining with her group until responders arrived, per the Forest Service.
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The festival was more than entertaining and marked a new chapter for the society.
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For nearly two weeks and counting, fans from around the globe have poured into the United States, Canada and Mexico, filling stadiums, fan festivals and watch parties across the 16 host cities.
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The Twin Cities Irish Fest, formerly known as the Irish Fair of Minnesota, is hosting a block party bash as a celebration of the local Irish community and a fundraiser for the annual August festival.
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The Knicks’ parade was the 210th, coming after a bash for the WNBA’s New York Liberty in 2024.
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Here's what to know about this year's festivities.
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In the face of so much recent backlash against new arrivals, various groups around the country have made a point of championing the contributions of immigrants as a part of their 250th anniversary festivities.
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This warm reception highlighted the deep bond Bichette forged with the franchise and its supporters, proving that a lasting positive impact can lead to fond memories, even after a player moves on.
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At the time of its release, Smith took Morbius' subpar reception in stride.
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“Fete.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fete. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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