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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Recent Examples of soirees
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
For everyone except the Grinch, the next four weeks are likely to bring a flurry of invites to cookie swaps, potlucks, and cocktail soirees.
—Abbey Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Dec. 2025
Gorgie Cranberry Party Pop Cranberry Party Pop brings the holiday feelings into one can that will power you through the season’s soirees.
—Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2025
That’s anything from hosting a wedding for Below Deck’s Captain Sandy to quayside soirees for 70 people.
—Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 14 Nov. 2025
The villa served as social epicenter for soirees and social gatherings.
—Jeryl Brunner, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
As a pro food expert and personality, Simmons has attended and hosted her fair share of events, ranging from luxury soirees to kids' birthday parties.
—Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Sep. 2025
Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 17 Dec. 2025
For everyone except the Grinch, the next four weeks are likely to bring a flurry of invites to cookie swaps, potlucks, and cocktail soirees.
—Abbey Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Dec. 2025
Gorgie Cranberry Party Pop Cranberry Party Pop brings the holiday feelings into one can that will power you through the season’s soirees.
—Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2025
That’s anything from hosting a wedding for Below Deck’s Captain Sandy to quayside soirees for 70 people.
—Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 14 Nov. 2025
The villa served as social epicenter for soirees and social gatherings.
—Jeryl Brunner, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
As a pro food expert and personality, Simmons has attended and hosted her fair share of events, ranging from luxury soirees to kids' birthday parties.
—Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for soirees
Noun
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Last season, Jennings had just 643 yards (55th in the NFL) but scored on a career-high nine touchdown receptions, tying for the NFL’s eighth-best total.—
Cam Inman,
Mercury News,
17 Feb. 2026
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Films with receptions and other special features may carry an extra charge.—
Ben Crandell,
Sun Sentinel,
17 Feb. 2026
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Scattered throughout the 1,300 acres are various artwork and sculptures, and in summer the park hosts concerts and events against the stunning mountain backdrop.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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During such events, the public is generally allowed to visit the Capitol and pay their respects.—
MATT BROWN,
Arkansas Online,
21 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Mountbatten-Windsor and Giuffre's settlement was confidential, the parties had said in a joint statement in the filing.—
Kim Hjelmgaard,
USA Today,
20 Feb. 2026
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The current law has also been used to prosecute secondary parties, such as journalists who allegedly encouraged public office holders to leak confidential information – something that the Law Commission said has generated significant controversy.—
Lauren Kent,
CNN Money,
19 Feb. 2026
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The orchestra in the main ballroom, which accomodated thousands of dancers, played waltzes and also other dances, even sedate rock ‘n’ roll.—
Marla Jo Fisher,
Oc Register,
18 Feb. 2026
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The 15-day spring festival is observed by Chinese communities worldwide, complete with family gatherings, festive decorations, temple visits, lion dances and the exchange of red envelopes symbolizing good fortune, prosperity and renewal.—
Joanna Moriello,
New York Daily News,
17 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Burnout masquerades as ambition.—
Kelly Ehlers,
Rolling Stone,
10 Feb. 2026
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And humiliation masquerades as justice.—
Rabbi Bruce D. Forman,
Sun Sentinel,
10 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Will fluency with the references at fashionable literary salons signpost upper-class membership?—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
23 Feb. 2026
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After balayage’s long reign over hair salons, highlights have been relatively quiet.—
Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
19 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Lunar New Year celebrations can prompt superstitious actions.—
CNN staff,
CNN Money,
18 Feb. 2026
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In the United States, however, the tradition shifted to Fat Tuesday, aligning with Mardi Gras celebrations and American work schedules.—
Vivian Richey,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Soirees.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soirees. Accessed 24 Feb. 2026.
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