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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
Since this meal often is one of the first get-togethers of your wedding weekend, the family-style service can be conducive to a more communal experience and help guests who aren’t as familiar with each other get acquainted.
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Shelby Wax, Vogue, 4 Feb. 2026
These easy loaf cakes (two more variations follow) are great for weekend get-togethers, book clubs, or just a gray and cloudy weeknight when the fresh flavors of citrus can give everything a lift.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 30 Jan. 2026
Those get-togethers have value, to be sure, but don’t challenge the players in any significant way.
—David Aldridge, New York Times, 14 Jan. 2026
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.
—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
Shelby Wax, Vogue, 4 Feb. 2026
These easy loaf cakes (two more variations follow) are great for weekend get-togethers, book clubs, or just a gray and cloudy weeknight when the fresh flavors of citrus can give everything a lift.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 30 Jan. 2026
Those get-togethers have value, to be sure, but don’t challenge the players in any significant way.
—David Aldridge, New York Times, 14 Jan. 2026
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.
—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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for get-togethers
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All three meetings between the two NFC West powers were decided by one score.—
Dan Santaromita,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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Johnson had 11 points and 12 rebounds and Lendeborg added 14 points and 14 rebounds for Michigan, which has won six of the past seven meetings.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
9 Feb. 2026
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The ceremonies, too, were split geographically, with Olympic cauldrons in both cities, with the athletes’ parade further shared with Livigno and Predazzo, national delegations divided according to where their events would be held.—
Robert Lloyd,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Feb. 2026
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Willingham returned from lunch, then went from his secluded office to the locked evidence room, which he was not authorized to enter, multiple sources with knowledge of the events told CNN.—
Rob Picheta,
CNN Money,
7 Feb. 2026
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The sprawling beer garden boasts lush greenery, comfortable seating, firepits, and open-air views perfect for gatherings of all sizes.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
3 Feb. 2026
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Marquette staff met with off-campus housing partners to reinforce potential consequences of hosting parties and large gatherings without safety considerations.—
Kelly Meyerhofer,
jsonline.com,
3 Feb. 2026
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Before Moscow suspended New START in 2023, both parties carried out 328 on-site inspections and exchanged more than 25,000 notifications about each other’s activities, according to the State Department.—
Yuliya Talmazan,
NBC news,
5 Feb. 2026
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Super Bowl Sunday will bring watch parties with overflowing snack tables and a familiar lineup of wings, chips and dip.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
5 Feb. 2026
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The hospitality area will host medal celebrations, watch parties, sponsored events and meet-and-greets with notable figures from figure skating, hockey and speed skating.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN Money,
3 Feb. 2026
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Get in the holiday spirit with this precious pink cardigan sweater that’s primed for Valentine’s and Galentine’s Day celebrations alike.—
Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
1 Feb. 2026
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The result Saturday was a mid-winter party that felt different than any of their previous bashes.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
31 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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Diggs has had modest production this postseason, tallying just 73 yards on 11 receptions with one touchdown across three games.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
3 Feb. 2026
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Hollins had five receptions on deep passes and converted eight of his nine catches on third or fourth down into first downs.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
3 Feb. 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 10 Feb. 2026.
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