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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
Anna Heqimi, Hartford Courant, 7 Mar. 2026
The get-together begins with participants exploring the Coast to Crest Trail to gather inspiration for a community painting.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
But there wasn’t really this kind of get-together with the glamour that people think Hollywood has.
—Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 3 Mar. 2026
In order to participate in these get-togethers, members of the group must have read the book under discussion and refrain from discussing other topics during the meetings.
—Abigail Van Buren, Boston Herald, 1 Mar. 2026
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Noun
Silva-Soto’s memories are filled with attending birthday parties, going to church and hosting large family get-togethers with these aunts.
—Anna Heqimi, Hartford Courant, 7 Mar. 2026
The get-together begins with participants exploring the Coast to Crest Trail to gather inspiration for a community painting.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
But there wasn’t really this kind of get-together with the glamour that people think Hollywood has.
—Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 3 Mar. 2026
In order to participate in these get-togethers, members of the group must have read the book under discussion and refrain from discussing other topics during the meetings.
—Abigail Van Buren, Boston Herald, 1 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for get-together
Noun
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Hernandez said he was encouraged by recent meetings with Republican members of Congress from his home state, Florida, but worries other priorities will drown out the bill, as has happened in the past.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
2 Apr. 2026
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Fire department sedan strikes pedestrian – $225,000 Although this item was deferred by the Board of Estimates until its next meeting, the city’s law and finance department approved a near-quarter-million-dollar payout to Daryl Bailey after a Baltimore City Fire Department sedan struck him.—
Chevall Pryce,
Baltimore Sun,
2 Apr. 2026
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The event features a diverse lineup of live music and art along with food, craft beverages and art installations.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 Mar. 2026
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Justin Gaethje, lightweight interim champion — Coming off an upset of Paddy Pimblett at UFC 324 in January to claim the interim belt, Gaethje will face Ilia Topuria in the main event of the UFC White House card on June 14.—
Kyle Newman,
Denver Post,
31 Mar. 2026
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The alert said the Los Angeles Police Department had declared the unlawful gathering along Alameda Street between Aliso Street and Temple Street.—
Sarah D. Wire,
USA Today,
29 Mar. 2026
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The gathering of conservatives from across the world is being held at the Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 Mar. 2026
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The grandiose space’s massive stage and high-caliber lighting rigs promise extravagant parties and ceremonies that will light up the city’s social calendar.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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Brimming with stone and natural light, the interior is calming yet possesses grandeur worthy of glamorous parties.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
29 Mar. 2026
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Pakistani weddings are often elaborate, multi-day celebrations that place strong emphasis on visual storytelling, color and cultural symbolism.—
Claire Dodds,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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Even so, the celebration is limited after going without pay for 45 days during this shutdown.—
Marvin Hurst,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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Organizing such a big bash is, of course, a demanding and absorbing job.—
Rob Crilly,
The Washington Examiner,
30 Mar. 2026
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Indeed, the morning after the Oscars, some celebrities opted to post chicer shots snapped at Guy Oseary and Madonna’s annual bash rather than the disappointing red carpet pics from VF.—
Benjamin Svetkey,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Mar. 2026
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Two elegant lounges around the main reception hold deep velvet sofas, and the décor is all original or recreated oak panelling, intricate cornicing, 19th century fireplaces and granite flagstones.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Apr. 2026
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Cooper, meanwhile, racked up 69 receptions for 937 yards and a stunning 13 touchdowns during the Hoosiers' title-winning season.—
Andrew McCarty,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Get-together.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/get-together. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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