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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
Dubrow would love to ramp up the community aspect of OLLI and is brainstorming ideas such as lunch or coffee get-togethers before or after lectures.
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Kelley Bruss, Dallas Morning News, 14 Jan. 2026
These friends continue to reach out to invite me to events, dinners, one-on-one get-togethers.
—R. Eric Thomas, Mercury News, 13 Jan. 2026
Some draw big crowds; others feel more like neighborhood get-togethers with loyal followings.
—Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 9 Jan. 2026
These nightly get-togethers as a family encourage us to slow down and spend quality time together.
—Stephanie Ganz, Parents, 5 Jan. 2026
Still, this should not mean that anyone who has a differing view than you on governmental policies should be erased from your contacts list or no longer be invited to family get-togethers.
—Chicago Tribune, 2 Jan. 2026
Their house had been known for community events and family get-togethers.
—Kat McGowan, NPR, 31 Dec. 2025
As leaders go, Dynevor (Bridgerton) is recessive and inscrutable, at least in the family get-togethers that form the narrative.
—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
Kelley Bruss, Dallas Morning News, 14 Jan. 2026
These friends continue to reach out to invite me to events, dinners, one-on-one get-togethers.
—R. Eric Thomas, Mercury News, 13 Jan. 2026
Some draw big crowds; others feel more like neighborhood get-togethers with loyal followings.
—Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 9 Jan. 2026
These nightly get-togethers as a family encourage us to slow down and spend quality time together.
—Stephanie Ganz, Parents, 5 Jan. 2026
Still, this should not mean that anyone who has a differing view than you on governmental policies should be erased from your contacts list or no longer be invited to family get-togethers.
—Chicago Tribune, 2 Jan. 2026
Their house had been known for community events and family get-togethers.
—Kat McGowan, NPR, 31 Dec. 2025
As leaders go, Dynevor (Bridgerton) is recessive and inscrutable, at least in the family get-togethers that form the narrative.
—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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for get-togethers
Noun
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Pay Attention supports meetings and conversations with real-time transcription and translation when enabled.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Jan. 2026
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Instead, Republican staffers sullenly reported to messaging meetings to talk about immigration.—
Michael Scherer,
The Atlantic,
7 Jan. 2026
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And in between, there are ample other events, tournaments and series that fashion should be watching.—
Madeleine Schulz,
Vogue,
13 Jan. 2026
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And events are designed around physiological reality.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
13 Jan. 2026
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Extra Seating Saab recommends removing any extra seating, such as poufs, stools, or dining chairs that often get pulled in from kitchens, bedrooms, or offices, to accommodate holiday gatherings.—
Kristin Hohenadel,
The Spruce,
8 Jan. 2026
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The edgy South of Market venue in San Francisco that showcases works from up-and-coming artists is also known as a cool place to host gatherings and celebrations, especially among the city arts crowd.—
Randy McMullen,
Mercury News,
8 Jan. 2026
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State lawmakers reconvened for the 2026 legislative session with both chambers and both parties focused on cost of living.—
Shaun Boyd,
CBS News,
15 Jan. 2026
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When community members have gone to TCU officials complaining about parties, they’ve often been told TCU can’t control what students do off school property, Williamson said.—
Samuel O'Neal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 Jan. 2026
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The mother of three has often spoken about the importance of family time, frequently sharing glimpses of celebrations and milestones with her children on social media.—
Danielle Minnetian,
FOXNews.com,
13 Jan. 2026
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Throughout its 195-year history, Woolrich has explored many different facets of its universe rooted in the celebrations of Americana, but Boglione believes there’s room for deepening those historical links while deemphasizing recent moves toward high-tech and performance gear.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
13 Jan. 2026
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Additionally, the 2026 Golden Globes weekend includes pre-and post-show bashes hosted by Universal, Amazon MGM Studios, Netflix and BAFTA.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
2 Jan. 2026
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From school functions to open houses to dinner parties and festive bashes, December tends to be a month full of visiting.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
22 Nov. 2025
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In Pearsall’s absence, Demarcus Robinson had a breakout game against Philadelphia with six receptions for 111 yards and a touchdown.—
Jerry McDonald,
Mercury News,
14 Jan. 2026
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Aside from that, his presence on the boundary allowed just 13 receptions for 147 yards on 35 targets in 2025.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Jan. 2026
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In addition to meeting up for committee sessions (which are also held virtually) and special occasions such as the biennial PFV Prize ceremony, the families take turns hosting annual shindigs at their various estates.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
27 Dec. 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
Cite this Entry
“Get-togethers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/get-togethers. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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