housewarmings

noun

plural of housewarming
as in soirees

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  1. soirees
  2. socials
  3. showers
  4. receptions
  5. symposia
  6. teas
  7. get-togethers
  8. shindigs
Noun
  • The Gelmans fraternized with Mexico’s bohemian avant-garde and hosted soirees at opulent residences in Mexico and New York.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 14 July 2026
  • This pastel neon peach pedi works for beach strolls and summertime soirees alike.
    — Rebecca Norris, InStyle, 5 July 2026
Definition of soirees
Noun
  • Othership’s sauna events range from comedy nights and singles socials to tarot readings and a shabbat social schvitz.
    — Jen Murphy, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 May 2026
  • According to a release, the characters will be featured in activations across Sesame Street’s socials leading up to and during the competitions, as well as in NBCU’s social and broadcast coverage of the athletics.
    — Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 28 Oct. 2025
Definition of socials
Noun
  • On United, for example, the least expensive fare in the airlines’ lie-flat pod Polaris cabin doesn’t come with access to the Polaris business-class airport lounge, which features a bar, sit-down dining, a rest area, showers and other amenities.
    — Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 7 Aug. 2026
  • The day center was used for laundry and showers, as well as the main service building for many of the volunteers and clients on North College Street outside of uptown.
    — Zaire Breedlove August 7, Charlotte Observer, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of showers
Noun
  • Behind them, fifth-round rookie Karon Prunty got beat twice for receptions, including a touchdown and a long wheel route run by star tight end Tyler Warren.
    — Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Senior receiver Jack Norman was second on the team in receptions last season with 33 for 845 yards and 12 touchdowns and was named to the All-Foxtrot League first team.
    — Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of receptions
Noun
  • Among the attractions are a Maid Cafe inspired by Tokyo’s Akihabara district, the Anime Expo Fashion Show, J-Pop performances, academic symposiums, gaming panels and previews of upcoming anime series and films.
    — City News Service, Daily News, 2 July 2026
  • The Redken Symposium format has evolved over the years—some symposiums have offered more a la carte classes, while this year the focus has been on mainstage sessions.
    — Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
Definition of symposia
Noun
  • Specialty coffees and teas like Jasmine kalamansi green tea and roasted rice oolong milk tea with guava cheese foam will be available to drink.
    — Kate Kassin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 June 2026
  • Certain teas, including ginger and peppermint tea, can also help with digestion and ease unpleasant symptoms such as gas and bloating.
    — Rena Goldman, Health, 7 June 2026
Definition of teas
Noun
  • 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
Definition of get-togethers
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
Definition of shindigs
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