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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
Toni Sutton, People.com, 25 Aug. 2025
These candies, while perhaps less frequently seen during celebrations and showers today, were once a mainstay of all Southern get-togethers.
—Ann Taylor Pittman, Southern Living, 24 Aug. 2025
But the Gophers don’t let these get-togethers distract them from their goal to compete at a high level in the Big Ten Conference.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 21 Aug. 2025
Sports events, social outings, movies, the theater, fun get-togethers, playful activities with kids – do whatever pleases you and brings you joy.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 19 Aug. 2025
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Noun
Planning some fall get-togethers?
—Toni Sutton, People.com, 25 Aug. 2025
These candies, while perhaps less frequently seen during celebrations and showers today, were once a mainstay of all Southern get-togethers.
—Ann Taylor Pittman, Southern Living, 24 Aug. 2025
But the Gophers don’t let these get-togethers distract them from their goal to compete at a high level in the Big Ten Conference.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 21 Aug. 2025
Sports events, social outings, movies, the theater, fun get-togethers, playful activities with kids – do whatever pleases you and brings you joy.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 19 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for get-together
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Earlier in the tournament, Sinner said that their meetings now will never be quite as spontaneous as the epic five-setter here three years ago, which announced their rivalry to the world.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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This meeting also comes with plenty of air left in both teams’ seasons.—
Quentin Corpuel,
Kansas City Star,
6 Sep. 2025
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In her most recent outing, which served as the co-main event of UFC 315 in May of this year, Shevchenko successfully defended her title for the first time in her second reign with a unanimous decision win over Manon Fiorot.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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The mission of those events is to get the truck in front of people who are interested in it, those who are already reservation holders and to introduce the company and truck to people who have never heard of Slate.—
Eileen Falkenberg-Hull,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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Originally built in 1888 as a hunting lodge for the Austrian imperial family, Grand Hotel Fasano has evolved over the decades from a regal retreat into a gathering place for Europe's creative elite.—
Susmita Baral,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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The gathering will bring together local groups, including CRS, Epic Partners and Coach Core, alongside stakeholders and funders, to highlight their work tackling youth violence and supporting young people through outreach, sports and creative arts.—
Erin Hill,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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In July's upper-house election, opposition parties campaigning on consumption tax cuts made significant gains, weakening Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's coalition.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
3 Sep. 2025
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Clooney’s intervention helped pave the way for Vice President Kamala Harris to become the Democratic front-runner, a shift that dramatically reshaped the party’s strategy just months before the Democratic National Convention.—
Heather Hunter,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Sep. 2025
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The charity, which Harry has been a patron of since 2007, is holding its celebration evening honoring young people who live with challenging and life-limiting conditions and marking the contributions of those who look after them, from parents to nursing staff and carers.—
Simon Perry,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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The famous golf swing celebration isn’t out of place either.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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The music producer shared several highlights from the bash on his Instagram Stories, including a photo of himself sitting at a large dining table with a view of the Vegas skyline in the background, punctuated by the Strat observation tower.—
Erin Clack,
People.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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Old-School Party Decor Paper lanterns, crepe paper streamers, foil banners, and vintage-style party plates and cups all add a nostalgic flair to your Halloween bash.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Aug. 2025
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Arlington Seguin did an excellent job in containing Red Oak standout Robinson, who recorded four receptions for 45 yards.—
Mike Waters,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Sep. 2025
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Plus, Meyers may have priced himself out of the Raiders' range after hauling in 87 receptions for 1,027 yards and four touchdowns last season.—
Matthew Schmidt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Get-together.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/get-together. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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