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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
Sneha Dhandapani, CNN Money, 6 June 2026
Investigators said Hunter killed her after a get-together with neighbors at her College Park apartment building and enlisted the party’s unwitting host in moving her car out of the area.
—Cristóbal Reyes, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 June 2026
The cozy yet energized seating with mood lighting makes for the perfect background for a get-together with friends, co-workers, or literally anyone.
—Carolyn Burt, Oc Register, 1 June 2026
There’s even a 50th get-together celebration planned for this summer.
—Joseph States, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026
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Noun
The get-togethers aim to create community, and attendees can purchase tickets online.
—Sneha Dhandapani, CNN Money, 6 June 2026
Investigators said Hunter killed her after a get-together with neighbors at her College Park apartment building and enlisted the party’s unwitting host in moving her car out of the area.
—Cristóbal Reyes, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 June 2026
The cozy yet energized seating with mood lighting makes for the perfect background for a get-together with friends, co-workers, or literally anyone.
—Carolyn Burt, Oc Register, 1 June 2026
There’s even a 50th get-together celebration planned for this summer.
—Joseph States, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for get-together
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Harry has previously shared his desire to reconcile with his family, and the meeting triggered speculation the royal family’s rift might be abating.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
18 June 2026
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The San Francisco Board of Supervisors will be discussing this act in next month's meeting.—
Sooji Nam,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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As one of Montana’s longest standing dude ranches, the property is constantly reimagining through refined design, a wildly impressive staff, and heaps of annual events bringing loads of travelers, from local to first-time ranchers alike.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 June 2026
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The lawsuit claims that, in letters sent in April, the school district reported investigating the incidents and substantiating the events.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2026
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The scenes echoed earlier playoff celebrations, including a massive watch-party gathering of roughly 7,000 people in Bryant Park during Game 2 that turned violent and destructive, according to a law enforcement official.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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Unvaccinated people who may have been exposed are urged to quarantine, avoid large gatherings and watch for fever, cough, rash or red eyes for up to three weeks.—
Connor Sheets,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2026
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Vegas pulled Carter Hart with about three minutes to go, officially entering desperation mode, but nothing worked, and Nikolaj Ehlers scored an empty-netter to start the party.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
15 June 2026
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Pre‑game party draws thousands Netherlands soccer fans gathered outside Choctaw Stadium for a pre‑game celebration with live music, a DJ, and entertainment.—
Dawn White,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
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But there were also a smattering of fans with pre-revolutionary flags who booed the Iranian national anthem and erupted in celebration when New Zealand scored an early goal.—
Henry Bushnell,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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There are few things that the left hates more than celebrations of America.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
16 June 2026
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There was no ticker-tape bash for the New York Jets' 1970 Super Bowl win, which came days after such a parade honored the Apollo 8 astronauts ' historic orbit around the moon.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 June 2026
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But some of his supporters who gathered at a Buffalo Wild Wings here to watch his UFC birthday bash were skeptical.—
Hannah Knowles,
Washington Post,
16 June 2026
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The sit-down reception is swift, and the flower displays are out of this world.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
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Even in this setting where the president could reliably expect a warm reception, his entrance was met with a mix of cheers and boos.—
Isaac Arnsdorf,
Washington Post,
16 June 2026
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“Get-together.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/get-together. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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