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or soirée
as in supper
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
With the holiday season also comes the question of what to bring to a fall soiree as a host gift.
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Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 2025
Last night, Olivia Rodrigo and Iris Apatow eschewed red carpet glamour for a casual, yet celebratory fête at Vas J Morgan’s post-Emmys soiree.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 15 Sep. 2025
Via archival footage curated by director Simon Curtis, viewers were invited to the ultimate upstairs-downstairs soiree, with younger versions of fan favorite characters (circa Season 1) mixing, mingling and celebrating life.
—Andy Swift, TVLine, 13 Sep. 2025
Nearby, a cozy den and library loft offer quiet nooks for reading—or plotting your next soirée.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 6 Sep. 2025
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Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 2025
Last night, Olivia Rodrigo and Iris Apatow eschewed red carpet glamour for a casual, yet celebratory fête at Vas J Morgan’s post-Emmys soiree.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 15 Sep. 2025
Via archival footage curated by director Simon Curtis, viewers were invited to the ultimate upstairs-downstairs soiree, with younger versions of fan favorite characters (circa Season 1) mixing, mingling and celebrating life.
—Andy Swift, TVLine, 13 Sep. 2025
Nearby, a cozy den and library loft offer quiet nooks for reading—or plotting your next soirée.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 6 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for soiree
Noun
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Born in a community cookbook (like most of the best recipes), this effortless supper leans on convenient seasoning packets and jarred pepperonici peppers for a big flavor boost.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
24 Oct. 2025
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There would be a simple supper on TV trays.—
Joy Williams,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Oct. 2025
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Motivated by that warm reception, TDE Films launched the Fund to bridge funding gaps for talented filmmakers whose stories have often gone unseen.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
23 Oct. 2025
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The state visit concluded with King Charles attending a reception at the Pontifical Beda College, a seminary which trains priests from across the Commonwealth.—
Christopher Lamb,
CNN Money,
23 Oct. 2025
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The event orbited around a panel, moderated by TIME’s editor-in-chief Sam Jacobs, that discussed how AI could shape the future of fashion—particularly from a customer’s perspective.—
Tharin Pillay,
Time,
23 Oct. 2025
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In any event, that shows you who is pulling the strings over there.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
23 Oct. 2025
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Rull said her boss, Cutié, also didn’t know how the $150,000 for the rodeo and the mayors’ symposium was added to Aviation’s budget.—
Douglas Hanks,
Miami Herald,
17 Oct. 2025
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Sulwhasoo’s research with Johns Hopkins University is ongoing, and the company will continue to host the symposium annually to unveil additional research.—
Emily Burns,
Footwear News,
14 Oct. 2025
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When Bruck never returned from the party, her family grew concerned and called the police, prompting a massive search for her.—
Kelsey Lentz,
PEOPLE,
29 Oct. 2025
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Lili Reinhart, Madelaine Petsch, and KJ Apa enjoyed a mini Riverdale reunion at their former costar Camila Mendes' surprise engagement party over the weekend.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 Oct. 2025
Noun
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During those visits, Ray and Alex took an interest in dance — getting up onstage with the park’s performers and talking with them after the shows.—
Shannon Pettypiece,
NBC news,
24 Oct. 2025
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Led by cultural artist and storyteller Lillian Grant Baptiste, this community gathering features storytelling, drumming, dance, a libation ritual, candle lighting, and a closing affirmation of unity.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
24 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Set in 1924, two years after Sarah Winchester’s death, this immersive experience has a masquerade ball, performers, and plenty of spooky mysteries — just head to the seance room.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
16 Oct. 2025
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That’s all going to change in January, starting with a masquerade ball and a chance meeting.—
Kathleen Newman-Bremang,
Refinery29,
14 Oct. 2025
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By the time of the centennial celebration in 1926 (a year late), tens of thousands of miles of railroad track crossed the country.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
26 Oct. 2025
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Before, Singh said, citywide politicians engaged South Asian and Muslim voters at Hindu Diwali or Islamic Eid celebrations, usually speaking to a few prominent gatekeepers, often religious leaders or business owners.—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA Today,
26 Oct. 2025
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“Soiree.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soiree. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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