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as in invites
a request for the presence or participation of someone at a specified time and place
She called to ask if we had received her wedding invitation.
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as in incentives
something that arouses action or activity
He took the layoff as an invitation to embark on a new career path.
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Recent Examples of invitations
Then, a surprise twist arrives on April 23, when Venus meets with Uranus in Taurus, bringing a spontaneous attraction, unexpected invitations or a sudden shift in perspective that could open your heart to a thrilling new experience.
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Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 6 Apr. 2026
The little white lie seems wrong, and does not discourage the gentleman from issuing more unwanted invitations.
—Judith Martin, Mercury News, 4 Apr. 2026
More recently, Vai and Satriani both cited scheduling conflicts for declining separate invitations to perform at the 2025 Kennedy Center Honors.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
And apparently, invitations have not been sent.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 1 Apr. 2026
The top 50 after this week earn Masters invitations, and the Massachusetts native likely needs no better than eighth place.
—ABC News, 28 Mar. 2026
Parties by Panache does full event planning, including servers, bar, rentals, flowers, music, invitations and photography.
—Judy Bart Kancigor, Oc Register, 26 Mar. 2026
Accept invitations to schmooze and party, as well as enjoy sports events and fun activities with kids.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 26 Mar. 2026
People send me their wedding invitations.
—Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 25 Mar. 2026
Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 6 Apr. 2026
The little white lie seems wrong, and does not discourage the gentleman from issuing more unwanted invitations.
—Judith Martin, Mercury News, 4 Apr. 2026
More recently, Vai and Satriani both cited scheduling conflicts for declining separate invitations to perform at the 2025 Kennedy Center Honors.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
And apparently, invitations have not been sent.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 1 Apr. 2026
The top 50 after this week earn Masters invitations, and the Massachusetts native likely needs no better than eighth place.
—ABC News, 28 Mar. 2026
Parties by Panache does full event planning, including servers, bar, rentals, flowers, music, invitations and photography.
—Judy Bart Kancigor, Oc Register, 26 Mar. 2026
Accept invitations to schmooze and party, as well as enjoy sports events and fun activities with kids.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 26 Mar. 2026
People send me their wedding invitations.
—Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 25 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for invitations
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On today’s show, why did so many academics say yes to Epstein’s invites and money?—
Darian Woods,
NPR,
12 Mar. 2026
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The nurturing Moon in your 11th House of Charity uplifts rebellious Uranus, potentially sparking surprising invites or plan shifts.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
23 Feb. 2026
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The abundant risks and perverse incentives of the sharenting industry have, in recent years, inspired some well-meaning legislation.—
Jessica Winter,
New Yorker,
7 Apr. 2026
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The core problem, attorney fee incentives, was left untouched.—
Tom Manzo,
Oc Register,
6 Apr. 2026
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All through the park, competitors and onlookers hit vapes and shout tips and encouragements into trees.—
Calin Van Paris,
Outside,
19 Mar. 2026
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In October 2024 ahead of her own stay at MSG, Billie Eilish recorded encouragements to take the subways for environmental benefits.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
30 Oct. 2025
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“Invitations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/invitations. Accessed 10 Apr. 2026.
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