Thesaurus results for SOIREE

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 Now in its 42nd year, the Miami Broward Carnival is set to return next month with a two-weekend soiree that kicks off with Junior Carnival during the first weekend in October. — Raisa Habersham, Miami Herald, 17 Sep. 2026 Bad Bunny’s San Juan soiree showcased just how fruitful that risk can prove. — Leena Tailor, HollywoodReporter, 9 Sep. 2026 Whether dynastic or dysfunctional, the Lakers remained the NBA’s swankiest soiree. — Marcus Thompson Ii, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026 Lush greenery and florals in shades of pink, purple, red, orange, yellow and blue filled the space to fulfill the couple’s vision of a whimsical botanical soirée. — Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 24 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for soiree

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Noun

Hunting for explosive plays is a potential way to get around that, like TCU’s first drive in the second half, which went 75 yards in just three plays thanks to a 67-yard reception from Dwyer.

— Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Oct. 2026
The three-time All-Pro, who led the NFL with 14 touchdown catches last season, has 30 receptions for 480 yards and four touchdowns.

— Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 19 Oct. 2026

Definition of reception

Noun

Only light regional dishes and bites such as croquettes, Cinco Jotas ham, cheese, and quince, along with Rioja Alavesa wine, are served for lunch or supper via the Delicatessen or Egukzi Soro Bar and Garden (or room service).

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
Bella chews him out for punching Angus in the face right before Angus’s big presentation, which Johnny knew about because they were supposed to throw a return supper for him, a dinner Johnny was supposed to cook.

— Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of supper

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YouTube Europe boss Pedro Pina, a fixture at these events, reminded producers that the platform won’t take work away from them by entering the production game.

— Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 15 Oct. 2026
Her cousin, played by Azam Quadri, turns up without warning after 15 years away, and his visit brings back the events that once split the family.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of event

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Some of the symposium's organizers, like Ashley Mason, a clinical psychologist at the University of California, San Francisco, acknowledge their goal is partly to dispel the whiff of wellness hype.

— Will Stone, NPR, 11 Oct. 2026
For The Times) UCLA Chancellor Julio Frenk’s statement to distance the university from a law school symposium on 9/11 has promoted growing faculty backlash over academic freedom.

— Jaweed Kaleem, Los Angeles Times, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of symposium

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The president’s party has historically faced challenges in midterm elections.

— Lauren Green, The Washington Examiner, 20 Oct. 2026
Strategists in both parties said that this redistricting scramble has changed how donors are being approached for state legislative races — rarely the first places where the largest political funders send their cash.

— David Weigel, semafor.com, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of party

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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

Definition of dance

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Kicking it all off is a masquerade ball where masks and sparkling costumes are the norm.

— Michelle Mastro, Midwest Living, 9 Oct. 2026
Each show has a different theme that will transport you to an over-the-top setting, from a masquerade ball to old Hollywood.

— Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 10 Sep. 2026

Definition of masquerade

Noun

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

Definition of celebration

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