masque

noun

variants also mask
Definition of masquenext
as in masquerade

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Recent Examples of masque Granted, save for one image on a TV screen, no one wears a Green Lantern mask or outfit in the Lanterns pilot, but the wheels of its story have been in motion for decades by the time its premise unfolds. — Siddhant Adlakha, Vulture, 17 Aug. 2026 Khalil, one of the few student protesters who never wore a mask to hide his face, became a symbol of the anti-Zionist movement. — Andrew Marantz, New Yorker, 17 Aug. 2026 Part of the reproach stemmed from an over-reliance on cartoonish CGI effects, including a suit with pulsing green veins and an awkward digital mask. — Ben Travers, IndieWire, 16 Aug. 2026 There’s also a quick flash of a creepy figure wearing a fluffy rabbit mask while holding a gun and standing next to a bridge with a skull painted on it. — Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for masque
Recent Examples of Synonyms for masque
  1. masquerade
  2. festival
  3. celebration
  4. gala
  5. reception
  6. blowout
  7. fete
  8. mixer
Noun
  • For Challenge 2 and beyond, the players get masquerade-ball half-masks on sticks, sans eyeholes, to use as blindfolds during challenge setups.
    — Tasha Robinson, Vulture, 11 Aug. 2026
  • But the maison will also have a trio of exclusive treatments on offer at Hotel Cipriani, which were crafted to honor Christian Dior’s love of masquerade balls and Venice.
    — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 27 July 2026
Definition of masquerade
Noun
  • The Deauville Industry Days sidebar, taking place over two days at the festival being held at the French seaside town, will incorporate various talks, panels and sessions.
    — Alex Ritman, Variety, 24 Aug. 2026
  • For over 70 years, the Cannes Lions festival has welcomed marketing and advertising suits to the South of France for a week of schmoozing and dealmaking.
    — Madeleine Schulz, Vogue, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of festival
Noun
  • Caterham and her family are marking her milestone birthday this year with a private celebration, according to Guinness World Records.
    — Yi-Jin Yu, ABC News, 21 Aug. 2026
  • The boat ride was part of a birthday celebration, a law enforcement official told CNN.
    — Martin Goillandeau, CNN Money, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of celebration
Noun
  • In the final gala, 19 participants competed in two rounds of swimsuit and evening gown presentations and in two elimination question rounds.
    — Sarah Moreno, Miami Herald, 21 Aug. 2026
  • The black-tie gala dinner will also feature a live auction of contemporary artworks and experiences.
    — Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of gala
Noun
  • The upstairs waiting reception is also open walled, letting the natural elements in.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Aug. 2026
  • As a result, Robinson will eclipse 2,000 total yards with 12-15 scores and 80-plus receptions.
    — Jess Bryant, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of reception
Noun
  • After finally getting a day off Monday, the Brewers delivered their 22-0 blowout of Seattle that matched the most one-sided shutout in modern MLB history.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 19 Aug. 2026
  • That sent Erceg back into a role for lower-leverage situations — blowouts or with Kansas City facing multi-run deficits.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of blowout
Noun
  • One of the biggest pre-carnival fetes on the island, Caribbean Melting Pot at the Carnival Village, features superstar soca acts like Machel Montano and Skinny Fabulous yet still charges under USD $40 a ticket.
    — Baz Dreisinger, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
  • New on the docket is the first Frédéric Panaïotis La Paulée, a fête inspired by the traditional Burgundian harvest feast.
    — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of fete
Noun
  • Meanwhile, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
    — Marianne Williams, Southern Living, 15 Aug. 2026
  • In a medium bowl, beat egg whites with an electric mixer until foamy.
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of mixer

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