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soiree

noun

variants or soirée

Definition of soiree

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 And always the wittiest gal at the party, whether grand soiree or dinner at the diner. — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 6 July 2026 Quince European Tablecloth and Bamboo Placemats There's a lovely summer soiree hosted in Brooklyn's Prospect Park every year. — Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 June 2026 His wife, the one and only Elizabeth Taylor—whom Swift named a song after—was in attendance and cut a 14-foot-high cake during the soirée. — Michael Gioia, Architectural Digest, 26 June 2026 These lines organize singles cocktail parties and dinners; some even provide hosts for dance classes and evening soirees so everyone can take a spin around the floor. — Janice Wald Henderson, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for soiree

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Noun

The highlight came when MarShawn Lloyd made a reception and Franklin stripped the ball loose.

— Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
He was voted first-team All-Big 12 and third-team All-American last season after posting a career-high 72 receptions for 1,190 yards and 10 touchdowns.

— Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 July 2026

Definition of reception

Noun

Come here for supper at Michelin-favorite Anne-Sophie Pic’s restaurant, and book a treatment at its spa, one of just a handful under the auspices of Guerlain.

— Laura Dannen Redman, Robb Report, 23 July 2026
Three people were hurt when the ceiling collapsed on diners during the supper rush at a North Carolina steakhouse, according to investigators.

— Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 21 July 2026

Definition of supper

Noun

Crime has been down considerably across the city this year, despite several high-profile events occurring in recent months.

— Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 30 July 2026
And the other is a wealthier bride shopping for diverse silhouettes for her multiple events, her entire wardrobe customized by the country’s top designers.

— CNN Money, CNN Money, 30 July 2026

Definition of event

Noun

Participants at the symposium also explored athletics, adult learners, career readiness, federal policy, international partnerships, alumni engagement, and philanthropy across the African continent.

— Marybeth Gasman, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
Picard had organized a daylong symposium to give fellow mitochondria enthusiasts a chance to discuss the latest findings in their rapidly growing field, from immune cell bioenergetics to time perception.

— Rachel Nuwer, Quanta Magazine, 17 July 2026

Definition of symposium

Noun

Guest lists of hundreds of people and celebrations lasting up to three or four days are hardly uncommon, usually a mix of traditional rituals and elaborate parties.

— CNN Money, CNN Money, 30 July 2026
Burnham won three straight mayoral elections, in 2017, 2021 and 2024, and Labour candidate Bev Craig, the current leader of Manchester City Council, is hoping to retain the mayoralty for the party.

— ABC News, ABC News, 30 July 2026

Definition of party

Noun

Becoming the face of a franchise soon entering a post-Stafford world would require more than broken tackles and touchdown dances.

— Nate Atkins, New York Times, 30 July 2026
The entire two-story project was designed to be used 365 days a year, Burk said, and the school has already booked upcoming Christmas parties, corporate retreats and dances.

— Rachel Roberts, Idaho Statesman, 30 July 2026

Definition of dance

Noun

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
The yearly convention includes panel discussions, movie and television showings, an exhibitor hall, outdoor activations, a masquerade ball and more.

— Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 July 2026

Definition of masquerade

Noun

Sacramento State is planning its biggest homecoming celebration yet as the university begins its first football season in the Mid-American Conference, but this year's festivities come with a major change after a concert last season ended in chaos.

— Steve Large, CBS News, 31 July 2026
Unfortunately, the big 20th-anniversary celebration likely stymied any conversations around cleaning house.

— Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 31 July 2026

Definition of celebration

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