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as in events
a social gathering
we're all invited to the big party to celebrate the end of the year
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as in factions
a group of people acting together within a larger group
a small party got together to protest the new chairman's decision
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as in people
a member of the human race
my grandfather's a determined old party, so don't underestimate him
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as in groups
a usually small number of persons considered as a unit
for parties of more than six people the restaurant automatically adds a 15% service charge to the bill
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as in participants
one who takes part in something
a party to the agreement
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Recent Examples of parties
Dejanay Booth-Singleton, CBS News, 12 June 2026
While members of both parties who cite privacy issues have long wanted to limit the authority, there was broad bipartisan support to renew it, especially after Republicans and Democrats recently worked out a compromise bill.
—ABC News, 11 June 2026
Pride celebrations also continue, building up to next week’s parade and street festival, including a family day at Glen Echo Park and late-night dance parties.
—Fritz Hahn, Washington Post, 11 June 2026
Its Port of Champions immersive event is a week-long celebration on a luxury megayacht docked at Chelsea Piers, hosting watch parties, celebrations and of course, tequila tastings.
—Andrew Watman, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
The jury found that both parties acted with malice, opening the door for punitive damages, Fox 11 reported.
—Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 11 June 2026
Concacaf House Miami opens on Lincoln Road, a pedestrian promenade, June 11 and will welcome soccer enthusiasts through July 19 to enjoy experiential pop-ups, challenges, art installations, gaming stations, kids’ activities, watch parties and more, all for free.
—Susan B. Barnes, Southern Living, 11 June 2026
Those looking for a special Saturday ritual will delight in the seasonal tea that takes place in the lobby lounge for parties of six or less.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 June 2026
The other week, the city banned watch parties outside Madison Square Garden because the crowds were getting too rowdy.
—Jeremy Rellosa, Curbed, 4 June 2026
Noun
These watch parties are open to the public and do not require a ticket.
—Dejanay Booth-Singleton, CBS News, 12 June 2026
While members of both parties who cite privacy issues have long wanted to limit the authority, there was broad bipartisan support to renew it, especially after Republicans and Democrats recently worked out a compromise bill.
—ABC News, 11 June 2026
Pride celebrations also continue, building up to next week’s parade and street festival, including a family day at Glen Echo Park and late-night dance parties.
—Fritz Hahn, Washington Post, 11 June 2026
Its Port of Champions immersive event is a week-long celebration on a luxury megayacht docked at Chelsea Piers, hosting watch parties, celebrations and of course, tequila tastings.
—Andrew Watman, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
The jury found that both parties acted with malice, opening the door for punitive damages, Fox 11 reported.
—Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 11 June 2026
Concacaf House Miami opens on Lincoln Road, a pedestrian promenade, June 11 and will welcome soccer enthusiasts through July 19 to enjoy experiential pop-ups, challenges, art installations, gaming stations, kids’ activities, watch parties and more, all for free.
—Susan B. Barnes, Southern Living, 11 June 2026
Those looking for a special Saturday ritual will delight in the seasonal tea that takes place in the lobby lounge for parties of six or less.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 June 2026
The other week, the city banned watch parties outside Madison Square Garden because the crowds were getting too rowdy.
—Jeremy Rellosa, Curbed, 4 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for parties
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On March 1 of this year, the Qatari soccer federation postponed all matches during the ongoing war between Israel and Iran while other sporting events in the region were also affected.—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
13 June 2026
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Alongside the large-scale events, the pope made time for low-key but moments.—
Christopher Lamb,
CNN Money,
13 June 2026
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In 2018, tensions between the Service Employees International Union and smaller unions split the labor coalition into two factions.—
Grant Stringer,
Mercury News,
10 June 2026
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Season 3 continues the bloody battle between the warring factions of the House of Targaryen for control of the Iron Throne.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
10 June 2026
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And many young soccer fans will get the chance to cheer on those teams while standing on the grandest stage itself.—
Chelsea Torres,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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Solak, who has now played at least one game with five different MLB teams, pinch-hit for Will Wagner in the fifth inning.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 June 2026
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They were written by a bunch of guys in powdered wigs and knee socks.—
Britta Miller,
The Washington Examiner,
17 June 2026
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Your memoir reframed Black Sabbath less as mythology and more as four working-class guys trying to survive life in Birmingham.—
Steve Appleford,
SPIN,
17 June 2026
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Instead, groups gather on comfortable furniture and chat while sipping cocktails and dealing playing cards.—
Audrey Pachuta,
Chicago Tribune,
12 June 2026
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Break large groups into smaller groups.—
Belonging Forum,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Throughout the summer, participants will work alongside Motown teams, contribute to active projects and receive mentorship from industry professionals, providing a behind-the-scenes look at the many career paths available within the modern music business.—
Jem Aswad,
Variety,
15 June 2026
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The political context couldn’t be starker – for the first time in World Cup history, a host nation is at war with one of its participants.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
15 June 2026
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Go on fungi-finding forays with truffle-sniffing dogs at the Oregon Truffle Festival, or attend epicurean bashes like Alt Wine Fest, Queer Wine Fest, AAPI Food & Wine Festival, and the International Pinot Noir Celebration.—
Zoe Baillargeon,
Travel + Leisure,
19 May 2026
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Since 2000, she's reigned as Queen of Halloween with her extravagant bashes.—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
7 May 2026
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Beneath the bridge, on both sides of the narrow waterway, a wide trail ran along the lake.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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Fast, creative as a dribbler, a passer and a crosser, tireless, selfless, effective on both sides of the pitch and a threat to score from anywhere inside 30 yards.—
Liam Twomey,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
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“Parties.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/parties. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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