Thesaurus results for PROM

prom

noun

ˈpräm

Definition of prom

as in dance

a social gathering for dancing he resolved to ask her to the school prom at the first opportunity

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Recent Examples of prom The area gets the most crowded after big events like homecoming and prom, Sheila Sarringar said. — Arkansas Online, 23 Sep. 2026 The prom picture caught the attention of Garner's followers, with one fan calling on the actress to reunite with her former date and recreate the pose. — Sameen Chaudhry, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026 Both Heintz and Moser posted Instagram pictures of themselves in happier times, 11 weeks ago, going to a high school prom. — David K. Li, NBC news, 21 Aug. 2026 After an incident involving a helicopter landing for prom in a public park in south suburban Markham, city officials are taking new steps to gain control of the park district. — Jermont Terry, CBS News, 7 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for prom

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Initially, Jessie’s overriding goal was simply to win back playtime with Bonnie, especially after becoming separated from her during a dance class.

— Davide Abbatescianni, Variety, 16 Oct. 2026
Working with her daughter Rachele Regini, who oversees much of the programming, Chiuri hopes to create a space where theater, dance, music and other disciplines intersect.

— Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026

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The numbers have grown as well, ballooning to around 5,000 during the height of the semiquincentennial celebration.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 15 Oct. 2026
The farm's latest maze pays tribute to country music legend Dolly Parton, combining a fall favorite with a celebration of the singer's music and philanthropy.

— Alexa Liacko, CBS News, 15 Oct. 2026

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