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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
Melissa Willets,
Parents,
18 June 2026
At the Women in Games get-together, a seven-year-old attendee, brought by her mother, marvelled that grownups have homework, too.
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Patricia Marx,
New Yorker,
17 June 2026
Along with the perhaps more traditional picnic, celebratory dinner, hike, round of golf or other family get-together, here are some additional options for spending the day with dad.
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Don Sweeney,
Sacbee.com,
17 June 2026
Beer cocktails elevate backyard brews to refreshers special enough for a get-together.
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Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 June 2026
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Noun
Someone gets sick, there’s a last-minute change, or a get-together gets rescheduled due to weather… and the planner might as well go in the paper shredder.
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Melissa Willets,
Parents,
18 June 2026
At the Women in Games get-together, a seven-year-old attendee, brought by her mother, marvelled that grownups have homework, too.
—
Patricia Marx,
New Yorker,
17 June 2026
Along with the perhaps more traditional picnic, celebratory dinner, hike, round of golf or other family get-together, here are some additional options for spending the day with dad.
—
Don Sweeney,
Sacbee.com,
17 June 2026
Beer cocktails elevate backyard brews to refreshers special enough for a get-together.
—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for get-together
Recent Examples of Synonyms for get-together
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Outline a proposal, then schedule a brief meeting to align expectations with a manager, because clarity now prevents heavier repairs later.
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Now, residents have another chance to offer feedback before another community meeting that will happen in August.
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Greenwood is leading a series of high-profile events to celebrate America's 250th anniversary.
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Fans from around the world attended the event, with many saying this World Cup has felt different.
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Political conventions are typically massive gatherings reserved for presidential election years, where parties formally nominate their candidates for the general election.
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See how designer Hattie Sparks Collins gave her in-laws' new build to a sunny dose of gathering-place nostalgia.
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In movies, friendships end with a big blowup after there has been a significant betrayal by one party.
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Another climber, who was not part of the woman's party, happened to be nearby and was able to help the woman, remaining with her group until responders arrived, per the Forest Service.
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With stages stretching from Freedom Corner to the Point and crowds growing every year, Pittsburgh’s Juneteenth celebration has evolved into a centerpiece of the city’s summer calendar and a living testament to Black culture, commerce and community pride downtown.
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The 23rd annual Sacramento Juneteenth celebration filled William Land Park on Saturday with a parade of 15 contingents and a festival with educational exhibits on Black American history.
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The Twin Cities Irish Fest, formerly known as the Irish Fair of Minnesota, is hosting a block party bash as a celebration of the local Irish community and a fundraiser for the annual August festival.
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The Knicks’ parade was the 210th, coming after a bash for the WNBA’s New York Liberty in 2024.
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This warm reception highlighted the deep bond Bichette forged with the franchise and its supporters, proving that a lasting positive impact can lead to fond memories, even after a player moves on.
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At the time of its release, Smith took Morbius' subpar reception in stride.
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“Get-together.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/get-together. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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