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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
Katie Simons, Los Angeles Times, 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
Consider reaching out to a neighbor or colleague and suggesting a get-together — something fun for everyone.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 22 Feb. 2026
The FutureNarrative Fund was officially unveiled at a co-production get-together attended by around 50 film and cultural professionals from Germany and Israel, including representatives from major public funders, broadcasters, production companies and studios.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 18 Feb. 2026
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Noun
Ted invited her to Fire Island under the guise of a work get-together.
—Katie Simons, Los Angeles Times, 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
Consider reaching out to a neighbor or colleague and suggesting a get-together — something fun for everyone.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 22 Feb. 2026
The FutureNarrative Fund was officially unveiled at a co-production get-together attended by around 50 film and cultural professionals from Germany and Israel, including representatives from major public funders, broadcasters, production companies and studios.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 18 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for get-together
Noun
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Democrats saw the meeting as an opportunity to call attention to the fact that Bondi has yet to explicitly commit to showing up on April 14.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
19 Mar. 2026
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Soon a tunnel between the ships, then a meeting, with a friendly, inquisitive alien who looks like a sort of craggy spider/crab, whom Grace dubs Rocky.—
Katie Walsh,
Boston Herald,
19 Mar. 2026
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During Monday’s event, the company presented a $50,000 donation and pledging 500 volunteer hours to Nourish Up, formerly Fishes & Loaves, a nonprofit addressing food insecurity for Charlotte families.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Mar. 2026
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The eight-team event begins with quarterfinal games April 1-2 at MGM Grand Garden Arena.—
Laurence Miedema,
Mercury News,
17 Mar. 2026
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Once a staple of house parties and college gatherings, Jello-O shots are making a comeback — and not just at home.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
14 Mar. 2026
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Has there ever been any spinach and artichoke dip left at the end of the gathering?—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
14 Mar. 2026
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Much of Sunday night featured a baseball game played in the middle of a concert put on by a dozen marching bands playing at 100 birthday parties.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Mar. 2026
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The president is fighting against historical headwinds for the party in power and, like President Joe Biden before him, is navigating voter anxiety about the cost of living in America.—
David Sivak,
The Washington Examiner,
16 Mar. 2026
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The dugout celebration magnified with each runner that crossed home plate.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
17 Mar. 2026
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After nearly 100 years, an overdue celebration.—
Ren Clayton,
CBS News,
17 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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Step behind the velvet rope with candids from photographer Hunter Abrams, get the scoop from inside the bash with our dishy behind-the-scenes party report, take a bite with an insider view from the dinner Vanity Fair hosted during the ceremony, and much, much more.—
Vanity Fair,
Vanity Fair,
16 Mar. 2026
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In his career, Waddle has 373 receptions for 5,039 yards and 26 touchdowns.—
Ryan Canfield,
FOXNews.com,
17 Mar. 2026
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During his final two seasons with the 49ers, Jennings averaged 66 receptions, 809 yards, and registered 15 touchdowns during that span.—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Get-together.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/get-together. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
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