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as in meeting
a coming together of a number of persons for a specified purpose
promised to meet friends for lunch after that morning's get-together for sales reps
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as in event
a social gathering
was invited to a neighborhood get-together in the neighbors' backyard
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get together
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as in gather
to come together into one body or place
We all have busy schedules, but we try to get together at least once a month.
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as in collect
to bring together in one body or place
They got together enough signatures for the petition.
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Recent Examples of get-together
Sabienna Bowman, People.com, 6 July 2025
Though a jaunt to 98 wins and the National League pennant will do wonders for any team’s morale, Stewart said the players shared a pervasive mutual respect that’s evident, via group texts and get-togethers.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 July 2025
Recently, get-togethers have mostly entailed union and league lawyers combing over proposal details.
—Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 4 July 2025
July 4 is one of the most popular days for cookouts, get-togethers and, well, day drinking.
—Chris Morris, Fortune, 4 July 2025
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Noun
After the celebration, Victoria's son Cruz Beckham gave fans an inside look into the get-together.
—Sabienna Bowman, People.com, 6 July 2025
Though a jaunt to 98 wins and the National League pennant will do wonders for any team’s morale, Stewart said the players shared a pervasive mutual respect that’s evident, via group texts and get-togethers.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 July 2025
Recently, get-togethers have mostly entailed union and league lawyers combing over proposal details.
—Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 4 July 2025
July 4 is one of the most popular days for cookouts, get-togethers and, well, day drinking.
—Chris Morris, Fortune, 4 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for get-together
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There’s a certain romanticism that lies at the heart of these remarkable gins, something conjured, perhaps, by that dramatic meeting of land and sea.—
Camille Berry,
Vogue,
15 July 2025
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From meeting on the set of Madam Secretary to supporting each other long after the series finale, here is everything to know about Téa Leoni and Tim Daly’s relationship.—
Stephanie Kaloi,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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These events have become more frequent in recent years with the proliferation of personal devices powered by lithium-ion batteries, such as laptops, tablets, cell phones, vape pens and portable chargers.—
Suzanne Rowan Kelleher,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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In fact, the blocks were so easy to use that government and company officials who attended the kick-off event helped to build up one of the house’s walls after only a short lesson from Garrett.—
R. Christian Smith,
Chicago Tribune,
8 July 2025
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When a motorcade of DHS agents was executing a search warrant on the property, a massive gathering of protesters waving Mexican flags tried to intercept a part of the convoy by pelting some of the vehicles with rocks and shattering windshields in the process.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
11 July 2025
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Following the lab, fellows receive ongoing support through a yearlong mentorship from a dedicated advisor, industry networking opportunities, regular cohort gatherings, Sundance Collab benefits, and participation in Elevate, Sundance Institute’s professional development track.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
11 July 2025
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As Democrats self-flagellate over 2024, the party’s younger, savvier strategists have seen some positive signs.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
14 July 2025
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Buhari spent much of the following 30 years in fringe political parties and trying to run for president until his eventual victory over Jonathan in 2015.—
Benjamin Ezeamalu,
USA Today,
14 July 2025
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Your next outdoor bash or beachside hang deserves some attention to the cookware and coolers you’re bound up grilling with and using to stuff to the brim with ice and beverages.—
Blake Bakkila,
Architectural Digest,
9 July 2025
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This peppy one-day bash also includes lucha libre wrestling, live music, tequila, a 5K taco run and a costume contest.—
Sarah Kuta,
Denver Post,
7 July 2025
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Godwin compiled 59 receptions for 842 yards and seven TDs.—
Rick Stroud,
The Orlando Sentinel,
7 July 2025
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Afterwards, Alva Vanderbilt held a breakfast reception for 115 guests for the couple at her townhouse on 72nd Street.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
7 July 2025
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“Get-together.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/get-together. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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