as in proms
a social gathering for dancing
he asked her to the formal at the end of the year
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Another 102 schools could be affected for off-site events, including proms and senior nights, according to the memo.—
Kate Armanini,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026 -
Fast forward 16 years, and members are in hiding in a sanctuary city in the forests of Northern California while life goes on for everyone else in the form of proms and getting stoned.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Houston Chronicle,
25 Mar. 2026
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On his most recent project, Cosa Nuestra, Rauw combines different eras and modern sounds with traditional rhythms and dances on a stage with a Broadway feel—this is something only Rauw can do.—
Time,
Time,
15 Apr. 2026
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By the time prom approached, Bray had already made dresses for multiple school dances — but taking on a prom gown still felt like a leap.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
13 Apr. 2026
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The main-stage festivities at Coachella 2026 ended earlier than expected Friday night.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 Apr. 2026
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Next year's second major will be played at the Fields Ranch East course at PGA Frisco, with the tournament and festivities scheduled from May 17-23, 2027.—
Stewart McKenzie,
CBS News,
10 Apr. 2026
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The Philadelphia Visitor Center has put together a calendar of festivals, markets and cultural events happening around the city this year.—
Bill Seiders,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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In the fall, the temperature cools and the trees turn, providing a smoldering backdrop for outdoor concerts and festivals.—
Ellie Nan Storck,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Apr. 2026
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“Formals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/formals. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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