gests

noun

variants or gestes
plural of gest
as in experiences
an exciting or noteworthy event that one experiences firsthand before packing it all in, he was looking for one grand gest that would serve as a fitting finale for his life

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  1. experiences
  2. adventures
Noun
  • Naturally, their experiences heavily shaped the hotel’s aesthetic, bringing layers of Tibetan, Persian, Indian, and Uzbek influences into the centuries-old adobe buildings.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Aug. 2026
  • The company has more than 60 original IPs in development across film, animation, games, consumer products and immersive experiences.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of experiences
Noun
  • Their friendship was one of many laughs, songs and adventures.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 14 Aug. 2026
  • There are endless possibilities for future adventures — and perhaps some awards love could help encourage more.
    — Matt Minton, Variety, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of adventures
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“Gests.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gests. Accessed 20 Aug. 2026.

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