Thesaurus results for GET-TOGETHERS

get-togethers

noun

plural of get-together

as in meetings

a coming together of a number of persons for a specified purpose promised to meet friends for lunch after that morning's get-together for sales reps

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a social gathering was invited to a neighborhood get-together in the neighbors' backyard

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Recent Examples of get-togethers 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 Nancy Guthrie’s active social life Friends who’ve shared tidbits about Guthrie since her abduction have described her social life as highly active, involving frequent get-togethers, meaningful discussion and even gameplay. — Taylor Seely, USA Today, 1 Aug. 2026 The business, which opened in downtown Lee’s Summit last fall, offers a mobile charcuterie service for off-site gatherings ranging from small get-togethers to large events. — Janice Phelan, Kansas City Star, 31 July 2026 In other words, local get-togethers that form relationships – like community gardens – can better ignite the natural impulse to give than groups simply asking for a donation to a cause. — The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 30 July 2026 These get-togethers happened about as often as a presidential election cycle—though usually in the summer and, believe it or not, never as emotionally taxing. — Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 30 July 2026 Members gather for occasional get-togethers at local bars and restaurants to share their love of tiki culture. — Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 18 July 2026 This is the perfect size microwave for large families and big get-togethers. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026

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Here’s a closer look at the remaining meetings between division contenders.

— LaMond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2026
Every single practice, right after the position meetings, Coach Reid and his staff come back.

— Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 29 Aug. 2026

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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

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Efforts to bring the outbreak under control — from limited public gatherings to social distancing and airport closures — have disrupted life in the six affected provinces, particularly Ituri, which has been ravaged by rebel violence.

— ABC News, ABC News, 28 Aug. 2026
The problem is that W tends to put a significant damper on gatherings.

— R. Eric Thomas, Washington Post, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of gatherings

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Those deals took place under multiple presidential administrations of both parties, and various FTC leaders.

— Brandon Gomez, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
The district says it should be allowed to use the existing law and that any major changes to California's fiscal oversight system should go through the normal legislative process, including public hearings and input from all involved parties.

— Madisen Keavy, CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026

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Festivities for the union lasted three days amid celebrations around the country in honor of the pair.

— James Frater, CNN Money, 28 Aug. 2026
The house has been the site of jam sessions and musical creation, community festivals and celebrations and ongoing efforts to engage the city's youth in music.

— Marissa J. Lang, NPR, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of celebrations

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And for a girl who is known for her epic Fourth of July bashes, wearing a gown by the designer for her wedding celebration (that just so happens to fall over the holiday weekend) seems like a perfect fit.

— Brittany Talarico, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026
This big-batch watermelon punch is great for summer bashes.

— Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 16 June 2026

Definition of bashes

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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

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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

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