variants
or fêtes
1
as in events
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 celebrations
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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variants
or fêtes
as in honors
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 fetes
Chrissie McClatchie, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2025
Violence has marred previous annual fetes.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 14 Nov. 2025
The heads of some of the world’s leading film fetes gathered Tuesday at the Sarajevo Film Festival to discuss the role of festivals, broaching topical issues such as audience development and how growing political tension is affecting both curatorial and strategic decisions.
—Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 19 Aug. 2025
Noun
The calendar fills with village fetes around this time of year, and none are brighter than February’s Combat Naval Fleuri (Floral Naval Battle) when the region’s traditional wooden fishing boats are decorated in golden mimosas and other winter blooms.
—Chrissie McClatchie, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2025
Violence has marred previous annual fetes.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 14 Nov. 2025
The heads of some of the world’s leading film fetes gathered Tuesday at the Sarajevo Film Festival to discuss the role of festivals, broaching topical issues such as audience development and how growing political tension is affecting both curatorial and strategic decisions.
—Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 19 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fetes
Noun
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And in between, there are ample other events, tournaments and series that fashion should be watching.—
Madeleine Schulz,
Vogue,
13 Jan. 2026
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And events are designed around physiological reality.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
13 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The mother of three has often spoken about the importance of family time, frequently sharing glimpses of celebrations and milestones with her children on social media.—
Danielle Minnetian,
FOXNews.com,
13 Jan. 2026
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Throughout its 195-year history, Woolrich has explored many different facets of its universe rooted in the celebrations of Americana, but Boglione believes there’s room for deepening those historical links while deemphasizing recent moves toward high-tech and performance gear.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
13 Jan. 2026
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The concert honors Women’s History Month, Narucki said, adding that Google no longer includes that cultural observance in its online calendar.—
Beth Wood,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Jan. 2026
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Implementing a robust and efficient system, with strong safeguards and transparent processes, honors both the Constitution and our own common sense.—
Coalition,
Hartford Courant,
11 Jan. 2026
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Both are confident, charismatic personalities who are comfortable espousing ideas that spark controversy, even within their own parties.—
Susan Page,
USA Today,
12 Jan. 2026
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Right Arrow The man accused of planting pipe bombs outside the Democratic and Republican parties' headquarters five years ago pleaded not guilty in a court appearance on Friday.—
Brie Stimson,
FOXNews.com,
11 Jan. 2026
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The Town of Addison has officially canceled Taste Addison, ending a three‑decade run for one of North Texas' most recognizable food and music festivals.—
Robbie Owens,
CBS News,
10 Jan. 2026
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The film has traveled really well in festivals this year and won great awards.—
Destiny Jackson,
Deadline,
10 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Additionally, the 2026 Golden Globes weekend includes pre-and post-show bashes hosted by Universal, Amazon MGM Studios, Netflix and BAFTA.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
2 Jan. 2026
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From school functions to open houses to dinner parties and festive bashes, December tends to be a month full of visiting.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
22 Nov. 2025
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Outside of Gillette, fans waited in lines to get into bars at Patriot Place for pregame festivities.—
Lance Reynolds,
Boston Herald,
12 Jan. 2026
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Amid all the 2026 Golden Globes festivities, there was one extra sweet TV reunion that didn’t make the broadcast.—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 Jan. 2026
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Jalen Coker had career highs with nine receptions for 134 yards with a touchdown and Chuba Hubbard ran for 46 yards and two touchdowns.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
11 Jan. 2026
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Two of the three longest receptions the Eagles allowed were to running backs (Bucky Irving had a 71-yarder in Week 4, Kimani Vidal in Week 14).—
Matt Barrows,
New York Times,
10 Jan. 2026
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“Fetes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fetes. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
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