variants
or soirée
as in reception
a formal social gathering that is usually at night
They attended a fashionable soiree at a fancy hotel.
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Recent Examples of soiree
Si Newhouse and Tina Brown cozy up at one of the former’s similarly storied soirees.
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Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 17 Dec. 2025
The reeded glass gives the silhouette a mid-century feel for those looking to add a Mad Men flair to their next soirée.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 12 Dec. 2025
When hosting a boozy soirée, try the variant known as Party Jenga.
—Liz Maynes-Aminzade, New Yorker, 12 Dec. 2025
For any festive soirée on your calendar, Oscar de la Renta’s floral mini promises instant radiance—or go for a more minimalist style with Clio Peppiatt’s droplet beaded dress or Staud’s strapless number.
—Minty Mellon, Vogue, 10 Dec. 2025
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Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 17 Dec. 2025
The reeded glass gives the silhouette a mid-century feel for those looking to add a Mad Men flair to their next soirée.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 12 Dec. 2025
When hosting a boozy soirée, try the variant known as Party Jenga.
—Liz Maynes-Aminzade, New Yorker, 12 Dec. 2025
For any festive soirée on your calendar, Oscar de la Renta’s floral mini promises instant radiance—or go for a more minimalist style with Clio Peppiatt’s droplet beaded dress or Staud’s strapless number.
—Minty Mellon, Vogue, 10 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for soiree
Noun
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In 88 career games, McMillan rushed for 3,876 yards and 24 touchdowns and added 164 receptions for 1,356 yards with two scores.—
C.J. Doon,
Baltimore Sun,
9 Jan. 2026
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During his time with Wisconsin, Whitted coached three receivers to an average of 13 yards per reception in 2021, and then three more receivers to an average of 14 yards in 2022.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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For a weeknight winner or Sunday supper, try this dish that's hearty, cheesy, meaty, and delicious.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
7 Jan. 2026
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Breakfast and a hearty supper is included in the nightly room rate.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The recognition places Atlas among the most notable technology debuts at the annual consumer electronics event, concluding on Friday, and signals growing confidence in humanoid robots moving from demos to real industrial work.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Jan. 2026
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From comfort food classics to more elevated plates, several bites stood out at a preview event.—
Alexa Stone
January 9,
Kansas City Star,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Haidt, whose New York Times bestseller The Anxious Generation came recommended from Gordon-Levitt onstage, recently appeared at a Dartmouth–United Nations Development Program symposium on mental health among young people and used the metaphor of tree roots for neurons.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
15 Dec. 2025
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The full selection of Lightroom projects will be unveiled in December, alongside details of a dedicated symposium on the future of immersive storytelling.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Regardless of which party is calling for the impeachment of judges, the outcome is unlikely to result in a conviction by the Senate.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
8 Jan. 2026
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Labor strikes are not allowed, the leadership has control over the courts and media, and last but not least, opposition to the party is not allowed.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Jan. 2026
Noun
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For live performances, check out the lineup of live music at Hard Rock Stadium, or attend a dance performance at Miami City Ballet.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Jan. 2026
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Below, Bader and Blyth talk key scenes from the first roadtrip moment to the Bamboula’s dance scene as well as their feelings of bringing the first Emily Henry book adaptation to life.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
10 Jan. 2026
Noun
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There, participants dance at the city’s famous masquerade balls.—
Marina Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
8 Jan. 2026
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For season 4, Luke Thompson's Benedict Bridgerton takes the helm, as newcomer Yerin Ha catches his eye at his mother's masquerade ball.—
Julia Moore,
PEOPLE,
6 Jan. 2026
Noun
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From shearling and calf hair to beading and fuzzy fringe, discover the elements that transform everyday dressing into an immersive celebration of imagination and personal style, ahead.—
Cortne Bonilla,
Vogue,
9 Nov. 2025
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One of the world’s most prestigious art events, Miami Art Week began with Art Basel Miami Beach in 2002 and has since grown into a citywide celebration that draws nearly 80,000 art lovers and tastemakers.—
Staff Author,
Southern Living,
9 Nov. 2025
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“Soiree.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soiree. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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