get-togethers

plural of get-together

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Recent Examples of get-togethers From sharing hearty soups and stews at potlucks to baking gooey cookies and spiced pies for holiday get-togethers, fall recipes are a large part of what makes the season so cozy and magical. Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Aug. 2026 Featuring an elastic waistband, side slit, and fun floral print, this maxi skirt suits everything from summer trips to fall family get-togethers. Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 14 Aug. 2026 Nancy Guthrie’s active social life Friends who’ve shared tidbits about Guthrie since her abduction have described her social life as highly active, involving frequent get-togethers, meaningful discussion and even gameplay. Taylor Seely, USA Today, 1 Aug. 2026 The business, which opened in downtown Lee’s Summit last fall, offers a mobile charcuterie service for off-site gatherings ranging from small get-togethers to large events. Janice Phelan, Kansas City Star, 31 July 2026 In other words, local get-togethers that form relationships – like community gardens – can better ignite the natural impulse to give than groups simply asking for a donation to a cause. The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 30 July 2026 These get-togethers happened about as often as a presidential election cycle—though usually in the summer and, believe it or not, never as emotionally taxing. Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 30 July 2026 Members gather for occasional get-togethers at local bars and restaurants to share their love of tiki culture. Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 18 July 2026 This is the perfect size microwave for large families and big get-togethers. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for get-togethers
Noun
  • Jackson had a prime seat at Davis’ A&R meetings, which were notoriously chilly, loud, and, yes, long.
    Shirley Halperin, Rolling Stone, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Notre Dame crammed in 15 more hours of meetings during training camp’s first 10 days, trying to create time before school begins next week.
    Pete Sampson, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • The Cubs’ selection to a second Little League Classic bookends a stretch of being chosen by MLB for unforgettable marquee events.
    Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 24 Aug. 2026
  • The anniversary program will run throughout the season, with customer events, competitions, limited-edition products, dedicated window installations, new content, special offers and more surprises to come.
    Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 24 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • The frequent gatherings are often impromptu affairs, sometimes with a singular ingredient sparking the idea.
    Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Fireside speakers at recent gatherings have included Energy Sec.
    Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 20 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • At a hearing this week, Judge Araceli Martinez-Olguin asked the parties to identify two potential magistrates who could oversee mediation by next Wednesday.
    Gene Maddaus, Variety, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Per the complaint, both parties bought Logitech mice at higher prices.
    Scharon Harding, ArsTechnica, 21 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Our team carried this place through COVID, packed patios, weddings, funerals, celebrations, and some really hard days.
    Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Time lost through extended goal celebrations, red cards, penalties, substitutions, injuries requiring treatment and VAR checks is measured accurately by the fourth official and in the VAR room, with allowance made at the end of each half.
    Graham Scott, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • And for a girl who is known for her epic Fourth of July bashes, wearing a gown by the designer for her wedding celebration (that just so happens to fall over the holiday weekend) seems like a perfect fit.
    Brittany Talarico, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026
  • This big-batch watermelon punch is great for summer bashes.
    Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 16 June 2026
Noun
  • His production dropped in each of the past two years, including last season, when he was limited to career lows with 40 receptions for 489 yards and three touchdowns in nine games before having back surgery.
    CBS News, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Ammons did most of the damage on the drive with two receptions from quarterback AJ Chung for 39 total yards.
    Buddy Collings, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • But that’s downright quaint compared to the opulent shindigs and fabled debauchery of the home’s previous owner.
    Rosemary Counter, Vanity Fair, 8 June 2026
  • Curators, art lovers and fellow artists are coming by for studio visits and show openings, which have gained a reputation as real shindigs.
    Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 17 Apr. 2026

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