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as in meetings
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 events
a social gathering
was invited to a neighborhood get-together in the neighbors' backyard
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Recent Examples of get-togethers
As leaders go, Dynevor (Bridgerton) is recessive and inscrutable, at least in the family get-togethers that form the narrative.
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Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 27 Oct. 2025
During the past two years, his ex-wife and daughter have controlled most of the get-togethers, saying that I was not invited to join them for a Christmas Eve dinner.
—Abigail Van Buren, Boston Herald, 25 Oct. 2025
Between all the football-watching get-togethers, holiday parties, and more, fall always brings a wealth of hosting opportunities that can quickly turn into one big mess without the right tools nearby.
—Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 17 Oct. 2025
Many talked about holding picnics and other get-togethers to build community.
—Cate Charron, IndyStar, 17 Oct. 2025
At this price, buy it by the case for fall family get-togethers; you won’t be disappointed.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2025
Are other people at these get-togethers or in these professional situations not seeing this?
—R. Eric Thomas, Mercury News, 29 Sep. 2025
The on-site fitness center includes state-of-the-art equipment, while the saltwater pool and spa boasts nearby lounge seating and the outdoor barbecue has enough seating for get-togethers.
—Liz Ohanesian, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
Yet there are still some states where these casual get-togethers are forbidden – and they're not tied to one region.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 27 Oct. 2025
During the past two years, his ex-wife and daughter have controlled most of the get-togethers, saying that I was not invited to join them for a Christmas Eve dinner.
—Abigail Van Buren, Boston Herald, 25 Oct. 2025
Between all the football-watching get-togethers, holiday parties, and more, fall always brings a wealth of hosting opportunities that can quickly turn into one big mess without the right tools nearby.
—Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 17 Oct. 2025
Many talked about holding picnics and other get-togethers to build community.
—Cate Charron, IndyStar, 17 Oct. 2025
At this price, buy it by the case for fall family get-togethers; you won’t be disappointed.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2025
Are other people at these get-togethers or in these professional situations not seeing this?
—R. Eric Thomas, Mercury News, 29 Sep. 2025
The on-site fitness center includes state-of-the-art equipment, while the saltwater pool and spa boasts nearby lounge seating and the outdoor barbecue has enough seating for get-togethers.
—Liz Ohanesian, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
Yet there are still some states where these casual get-togethers are forbidden – and they're not tied to one region.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for get-togethers
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As an architectural blacksmith, Guillory favored Japanese denim jeans—a balance of craftsmanship and professionalism—for client meetings squeezed between long days welding staircases and chandeliers.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
11 Nov. 2025
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History lends itself to those kinds of suspicions, regardless of what is actually happening in board meetings.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
11 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Find more university press titles featured on the University Press Week reading list, along with a schedule of University Press Week events.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Nov. 2025
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The president has attended plenty of sporting events over the last 13 months.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The collection features many luminaries from the worlds of jazz and modern dance but also features casual gatherings at neighborhood venues.—
Amy Carleton,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Nov. 2025
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Transform your Thanksgiving table into a festive feast with simple decorations that work for both large gatherings and intimate lunches.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Nov. 2025
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Say, for example, that a restaurant’s menu states that an automatic 18% charge will be added to all bills for parties of six or more customers.—
Cheryl Winokur Munk,
CNBC,
8 Nov. 2025
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While no blame was assigned, the hearings were open to the public and often gave interested parties, including family members of the person killed, their first opportunity for answers.—
Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
8 Nov. 2025
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Starbucks is already doling out holiday cups; stores have skipped over Thanksgiving and are selling Christmas decor; and TV stations are gearing up for the midnight countdown celebrations on New Year's Eve.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
10 Nov. 2025
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Karanikolaou, who opted for a Roberto Cavalli glitter maxi dress for the celebrations, also posted a funny video of her and Kylie strutting along a corridor at the party while showing off their outfits.—
Escher Walcott,
PEOPLE,
10 Nov. 2025
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There are Christmas stalls at the beloved farmers’ market each Saturday this month, as well as bashes like the New Year’s Eve party called Glitter & Grooves at Coyote Sonoma.—
Mark Ellwood,
AFAR Media,
20 Oct. 2025
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This legendary German restaurant is throwing three Oktoberfest bashes.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
19 Sep. 2025
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McDaniel said the Dolphins might bring back Conner, who had 12 receptions for 107 yards in 251 offensive snaps, appearing in 33 games and making one start.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
7 Nov. 2025
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The following year, the Weber State product hauled in 46 receptions for 719 yards and five touchdowns while also punching in a punt-return score, earning him a Pro Bowl appearance and a First-Team All-Pro selection.—
Matthew Schmidt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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Modern day parties have nothing on the classic shindigs starring finger foods that were hard to resist.—
Mary Alice Russell,
Southern Living,
22 Oct. 2025
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Then there were those epic Pac-12 shindigs, when Harbaugh was trying to resurrect the Stanford program and Carroll was pulling the levels during one of USC’s glory eras, with the advantage going to Harbaugh, 2-1.—
Jay Paris,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Get-togethers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/get-togethers. Accessed 18 Nov. 2025.
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