nonevent
noun
non·event
ˈnän-i-ˌvent 
ˌnän-i-ˈvent
1
a
: an expected event that fails to take place or to satisfy expectations
b
: an often highly publicized event of little intrinsic interest or significance
2
: an occurrence that is officially ignored
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Many fine festivities will take place on and around July 4, but compared with the years-long nationwide celebration that marked this country’s 200th anniversary, 250 feels like a nonevent.
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Culture Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
1 July 2026
During nonevent hours, items can be claimed at Gate 3 security or by calling 623-772-3475.
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Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
6 May 2026
While Wednesday was a complete nonevent in its second season, its star was nominated by both the Golden Globes and Actor Awards.
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Joe Reid,
Vulture,
2 May 2026
The nonevent is the void with which the novel’s following two sections contend.
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Nicholas Dames,
The Atlantic,
7 Apr. 2026
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Culture Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
1 July 2026
During nonevent hours, items can be claimed at Gate 3 security or by calling 623-772-3475.
—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
6 May 2026
While Wednesday was a complete nonevent in its second season, its star was nominated by both the Golden Globes and Actor Awards.
—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
2 May 2026
The nonevent is the void with which the novel’s following two sections contend.
—
Nicholas Dames,
The Atlantic,
7 Apr. 2026
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“Nonevent.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nonevent. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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