variants
or soirées
as in receptions
a formal social gathering that is usually at night
They attended a fashionable soiree at a fancy hotel.
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Noun
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As a rookie, Worthy topped the Chiefs’ wide receivers corps in receptions last season, with 59.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
6 Sep. 2025 -
Ford had three receptions for 82 yards and two touchdowns, including a 60-yard catch late in the first quarter — a one-play TD drive.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
6 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Geneva Watch Days opened last Thursday with a slew of new introductions that added substance and excitement to the weekend of events seminars, roundtables and events focused on the world of luxury watches.—
Carol Besler,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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In Canada, Angelina Jolie, Maude Apatow and Leslie Mann attend events at the Toronto International Film Festival.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Big-name candidates and national attention are shifting the political dynamics of gubernatorial races across the country, posing challenges and opportunities for both parties.—
Rachel Schilke,
The Washington Examiner,
7 Sep. 2025
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Why is this a big move from both parties?—
Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The brand’s giant green owl mascot dances badly, makes obscure pop culture references and pokes fun at the company’s push notifications.—
Leeron Walter,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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The Kipona Festival is held annually and includes Native foods, crafts, dances, music, vendors, and a family fun zone, according to the city’s website.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Specifically, this is a very popular gel and dip powder nail color at salons.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
3 Sep. 2025
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Starting September 1, nail techs can no longer use or sell gel polishes containing TPO, and nail salons must dispose of any products containing the chemical.—
Tom Gavin,
EverydayHealth.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The conference has had issues in the past of opposing players or staffers getting trapped in the celebrations.—
Michael Gallagher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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Disney In a video released today, Disney confirmed that the castle will be returning to its original blue and silver color scheme now that the celebrations are over.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Soirees.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soirees. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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