as in performances
a job usually for a specified amount of time (as for a musician, an actor, etc.)
He was finally able to book a gig at the nightclub. her last acting gig
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Recent Examples of gigs
Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 10 Sep. 2025
Hoosiers can hunt frogs with bow and arrows, clubs, some firearms, or simply, their hands, but Plumier teaches those gathered at Goose Pond how to use gigs — long, multi-pronged spears that look a little bit like tridents.
—Sophie Hartley, IndyStar, 9 Sep. 2025
Many restaurant employees move between jobs, juggle seasonal gigs, or work multiple part-time roles.
—Chelsea Davis, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
The site will start sending on-demand gigs that fit your profile.
—Kathy Kristof, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Sep. 2025
That’s what defines these paths as careers and not just side hustles or gigs.
—Amy Lindgren, Twin Cities, 6 Sep. 2025
Two years ago, Winters was between gigs, not doing much besides sitting around feeling sorry for himself.
—Nate Jones, Vulture, 5 Sep. 2025
But that’s certainly not the case with the leads, especially Corrin, who can look chic, gamine and supple as a birch tree in anything, as proven by their frequent modeling and catwalk gigs for Miu Miu and their ability to make the kookiest of outfits work on the red carpet.
—Leslie Felperin, HollywoodReporter, 5 Sep. 2025
After months of live gigs, the move to record a new Sublime album felt less like a decision than a natural next step.
—Jordan Runtagh, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025
Verb
The band would hone that signature sound through numerous gigs and recordings beginning in 1979.
—Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 10 Sep. 2025
Hoosiers can hunt frogs with bow and arrows, clubs, some firearms, or simply, their hands, but Plumier teaches those gathered at Goose Pond how to use gigs — long, multi-pronged spears that look a little bit like tridents.
—Sophie Hartley, IndyStar, 9 Sep. 2025
Many restaurant employees move between jobs, juggle seasonal gigs, or work multiple part-time roles.
—Chelsea Davis, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
The site will start sending on-demand gigs that fit your profile.
—Kathy Kristof, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Sep. 2025
That’s what defines these paths as careers and not just side hustles or gigs.
—Amy Lindgren, Twin Cities, 6 Sep. 2025
Two years ago, Winters was between gigs, not doing much besides sitting around feeling sorry for himself.
—Nate Jones, Vulture, 5 Sep. 2025
But that’s certainly not the case with the leads, especially Corrin, who can look chic, gamine and supple as a birch tree in anything, as proven by their frequent modeling and catwalk gigs for Miu Miu and their ability to make the kookiest of outfits work on the red carpet.
—Leslie Felperin, HollywoodReporter, 5 Sep. 2025
After months of live gigs, the move to record a new Sublime album felt less like a decision than a natural next step.
—Jordan Runtagh, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gigs
Noun
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Farrell and costar Cristin Milioti are both nominated for their performances in limited/anthology series categories.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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As Vevo’s Senior Manager of Talent Booking, Cynthia Todd emphasized the close partnership and trust that goes into making opportunities like these special performances come together in Live From Vevo Studios.—
Jeff Benjamin,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Each day should include module training, role-play assignments and specific sales activities, all outlined in a daily checklist.—
Ryan Hohman,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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But a subjective review of IL assignments over the past five years suggests this wave of early-September injuries is more notable than in recent seasons.—
Chad Jennings,
New York Times,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Bill Koch—former CEO and seasoned advisor—coaches senior executives to be leaders worth following.—
Bill Koch,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Our Herbed Prime Rib Recipe with Two Sauces coaches you through how to master a luscious Merlot Au Jus.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Their experience navigating corporate politics and building consensus among dozens of decision-makers remains valuable for certain engagements.—
Andrew Dunn,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Erika Kirk has also been a frequent presence by her husband's side at speaking engagements and public appearances.—
Leah Sarnoff,
ABC News,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Joining the collection soon will be new site-specific works created by the artist collective RojoNegro (composed of Noé Martínez and María Sosa), sculptor Max Hooper Schneider and poet, artist and chef Precious Okoyomon.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Sep. 2025
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Through her Art Bridges Foundation, Walton has spent more than $500 million acquiring and loaning out works of American art to more than 230 museums across the country since the nonprofit’s founding in 2016.—
Alicia Park,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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That’s an extension of the moto culture the Dream Rides owner has built; every member of his immediate family rides custom motorcycles, including his wife, son, daughter, brother, sister, brother-in-law, and more.—
Kristin Shaw,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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By a fiercely loyal base that rides with him through thick and thin.—
Jonathan J. Cooper,
Twin Cities,
6 Sep. 2025
Noun
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From Saison’s signature Welcome Tea — a delicate bundle of eight herbs and flowers that greets every guest—to the meticulous multi-course progression that unfolds with tableside presentations and impeccable attention to detail, dining here isn’t just a meal.—
Chelsea Davis,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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The services include a choir led by music director Sharon Farber, readings and special presentations from media personalities, actors, acting teachers and other industry professionals.—
Andrew McGowan,
Variety,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The military could also adopt the MAV for reconnaissance missions.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Sep. 2025
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It is set in an ancient castle in Scotland, where the players complete high-stakes missions to add money to the prize pot while the Traitors work in secret to avoid revealing their true identity to the Faithfuls.—
Liza Esquibias,
People.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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“Gigs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gigs. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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