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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
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 May 2026
The surrogacy process has safeguards in place to ensure the safety of all parties involved.
—Ann Marie Luft, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 May 2026
But both parties were still on the hook for their own legal fees, which amounted to just over $113,000 for TCC — roughly the same amount the college would have paid McDonald for his 2020-21 contract — according to records.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 May 2026
Ancestral wolves that were less afraid of humans began following hunting parties and scavenging leftovers.
—Niranjana Rajalakshmi, Popular Science, 14 May 2026
Kennedy's resolution comes after federal workers faced a historic 43-day government shutdown late last year caused by a deadlock between parties over Affordable Care Act subsidies.
—Lalee Ibssa, ABC News, 14 May 2026
Labor was elected for a five-year term, and British political rules allow parties to change leader without going to the country.
—Danica Kirka, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
The parties presented their differing sides.
—Eric Adler
may 14, Kansas City Star, 14 May 2026
Emmy and Peabody winner Carter marked the announcement out of this year’s Cannes Film Festival, the site of many Gatsby-esque parties he’s hosted for global power players over the years.
—Matt Donnelly, Variety, 14 May 2026
Noun
There’s a friendly reception area with a giant chalkboard informing guests of local events, ranging from in-house parties to full moon nights at the Acropolis and big name gigs by the touring artists.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 May 2026
The surrogacy process has safeguards in place to ensure the safety of all parties involved.
—Ann Marie Luft, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 May 2026
But both parties were still on the hook for their own legal fees, which amounted to just over $113,000 for TCC — roughly the same amount the college would have paid McDonald for his 2020-21 contract — according to records.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 May 2026
Ancestral wolves that were less afraid of humans began following hunting parties and scavenging leftovers.
—Niranjana Rajalakshmi, Popular Science, 14 May 2026
Kennedy's resolution comes after federal workers faced a historic 43-day government shutdown late last year caused by a deadlock between parties over Affordable Care Act subsidies.
—Lalee Ibssa, ABC News, 14 May 2026
Labor was elected for a five-year term, and British political rules allow parties to change leader without going to the country.
—Danica Kirka, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
The parties presented their differing sides.
—Eric Adler
may 14, Kansas City Star, 14 May 2026
Emmy and Peabody winner Carter marked the announcement out of this year’s Cannes Film Festival, the site of many Gatsby-esque parties he’s hosted for global power players over the years.
—Matt Donnelly, Variety, 14 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for parties
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Though the couple hasn't commented publicly on their relationship, and Foxx has been candid about keeping his relationships out of the spotlight in the past, Huckstepp has supported Foxx at a number of events.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
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Inspired by true events, LifeHack follows Kyle and his crew of digital Robin Hoods who hack scammers and steal from people the internet loves to hate, working from the comfort of their bedrooms.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
15 May 2026
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Masculinism has been a great gift, because factions with different views on, say, protectionism or Israel or Big Tech can all agree on the overreach of feminism and the need for a return to traditional gender roles.—
Helen Lewis,
The Atlantic,
14 May 2026
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Streeting’s views could prove a significant hurdle in garnering support from Labour’s membership, however, with left-wing factions within the party regarding him as too centrist or even right wing.—
Alexander Smith,
NBC news,
14 May 2026
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Conversely, both teams are a combined 4-8 at home — the Sabres 2-4 in their barn, and the Canadiens now also 2-4 at the Bell Centre in these playoffs.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
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The trade for Pittman and the drafting of Bernard could provide Rodgers with more big-play options after teams loaded up to stop DK Metcalf last year.—
Will Graves,
Chicago Tribune,
17 May 2026
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Many are surfers and on WhatsApp groups that have the latest intel on which beach has the best waves that day, so do ask them for advice.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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Fuel and fertilizer needed for the rice crop are just the latest necessities to become unaffordable in Rakhine state, which has been devastated by intense fighting between the Myanmar military and the Arakan Army (AA), one of the many rebel groups in the country.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
16 May 2026
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There were also fans of nearby college teams cheering on their guys, plus some participants’ encouraging families.—
Dan Greene,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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Successful participants have since been invited back for subsequent seasons of their shows, secured roles on other NBCU shows, or advanced to higher positions.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
18 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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Cartier’s party was the first stop of several post–Met Gala soirees for this crowd, many of whom migrated downtown to attend the late-night bashes like the GQ after-party at The Twenty Two.—
Elise Taylor,
Vanity Fair,
5 May 2026
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At the most recent debate, hosted by NBC4 and Telemundo 52 on May 6, the seven candidates again clashed over housing and immigration, while Becerra and Steyer faced fierce attacks from both sides of the political spectrum, The Los Angeles Times reported.—
James Ward,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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These are two elite teams led by masterminds on opposite sides of the ball in Kyle Shanahan and Mike Macdonald.—
Saad Yousuf,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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The Rays were also at the forefront of other innovations and/or adjustments, such as defensive shifts, lineup platoons, matchup bullpens, star-quality super-utility players and putting a numbers nerd (technically a process and analytics coach) in the dugout.—
Marc Topkin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
20 Apr. 2026
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Outfield requires far more starting spots, and most of those available later in drafts are locked in platoons.—
Dalton Del Don,
New York Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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“Parties.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/parties. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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