fund-raisers

noun

plural of fund-raiser
as in receptions

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fund-raisers
  1. receptions
  2. shindigs
  3. benefits
  4. fetes
  5. get-togethers
  6. dances
  7. events
  8. functions
Noun
  • Jaytn Briles had four receptions for 121 yards with Brayden Boults carrying the load at running back with 79 yards on 18 carries with scoring runs of 1 and 18 yards.
    — Darren Lauber, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Factor in Achane, who led the team in receptions (67) last year and was second in receiving yards (488) and third in receiving touchdowns (four) and that’s about it for the pass catchers.
    — Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of receptions
Noun
  • But that’s downright quaint compared to the opulent shindigs and fabled debauchery of the home’s previous owner.
    — Rosemary Counter, Vanity Fair, 8 June 2026
  • Curators, art lovers and fellow artists are coming by for studio visits and show openings, which have gained a reputation as real shindigs.
    — Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 17 Apr. 2026
Definition of shindigs
Noun
  • Moreno’s involvement and willingness to listen to particularly star-level players had its benefits.
    — Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2026
  • But both fit a category of technology that has some clear benefits, but also clear avenues for abuse.
    — J.D. Capelouto, semafor.com, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of benefits
Noun
  • One of the biggest pre-carnival fetes on the island, Caribbean Melting Pot at the Carnival Village, features superstar soca acts like Machel Montano and Skinny Fabulous yet still charges under USD $40 a ticket.
    — Baz Dreisinger, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
  • As far afield as Malaysia and Thailand, fans celebrated the singer’s big day with parties of their own – hosting bachelorette-style fetes in honor of Swift’s wedding.
    — Zoe Sottile, CNN Money, 4 July 2026
Definition of fetes
Noun
  • From sharing hearty soups and stews at potlucks to baking gooey cookies and spiced pies for holiday get-togethers, fall recipes are a large part of what makes the season so cozy and magical.
    — Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Featuring an elastic waistband, side slit, and fun floral print, this maxi skirt suits everything from summer trips to fall family get-togethers.
    — Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of get-togethers
Noun
  • The dancing kicked off with Zuckerman and Montgomery’s first dance before family dances brought another emotional layer to the night.
    — Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Their movements are sometimes like gymnastics, sometimes like folk dances, sometimes like kung fu, sometimes like disco.
    — Jonathan Flint, Harpers Magazine, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of dances
Noun
  • With household budgets under pressure, consumers are searching harder for value — shopping earlier, comparing prices across retailers and spreading purchases across multiple promotional events.
    — Jill Standish, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Signs quickly piled up at his roadside memorial blaming Bustillos for the chain of events and telling other drivers to slow down.
    — Jacob Sisneros, Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of events
Noun
  • The bike also has a programmable control system that can provide functions such as boost, wheel-lift assistance, speed limiting and what Bonnell calls E-Clutch functionality (more on that later).
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Sep. 2026
  • There have also been about 2,000 staff cuts, and consolidations of various functions.
    — David Moin, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of functions
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“Fund-raisers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fund-raisers. Accessed 3 Sep. 2026.

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