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as in incident
something that happens
dinnertime was devoted to talking over the day's events, not to watching television
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as in possibility
something that might happen
in the event of rain, graduation ceremonies will be held indoors
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as in tournament
a competitive encounter between individuals or groups carried on for amusement, exercise, or in pursuit of a prize
figure skating is usually one of the most popular events in the winter Olympics
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as in party
a social gathering
the mayor's evenings are often tied up with one event after another
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Recent Examples of event
Full bar, live bands, weddings, special events, food trucks, and more.
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Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
The latter event should be a boon this year as well, as Los Angeles (the country’s second-largest market) serves as the host city.
—Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 2 Feb. 2026
Once again, the annual event is the eye of the Ferrari-collector hurricane, bringing the finest examples from Maranello to the Boca Raton resort for the concours venue beloved by Ferraristi everywhere.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 2 Feb. 2026
Recent incidents requiring emergency response at intersections like Sunnyside & Cicero and 55th & Cicero highlight how common these events are.
—Ascend Agency, Chicago Tribune, 2 Feb. 2026
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Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
The latter event should be a boon this year as well, as Los Angeles (the country’s second-largest market) serves as the host city.
—Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 2 Feb. 2026
Once again, the annual event is the eye of the Ferrari-collector hurricane, bringing the finest examples from Maranello to the Boca Raton resort for the concours venue beloved by Ferraristi everywhere.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 2 Feb. 2026
Recent incidents requiring emergency response at intersections like Sunnyside & Cicero and 55th & Cicero highlight how common these events are.
—Ascend Agency, Chicago Tribune, 2 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for event
Noun
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There have been no such incidents this year, but there has been plenty of on-court drama that only international team tennis — with home and away ties, and a slot just after a Grand Slam that sees many nations’ top stars resting — can provide.—
James Hansen,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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The courts have granted exceptions to search without a search warrant and each specific incident should be reviewed based on its facts.—
Matthew Cupelli,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
9 Feb. 2026
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How come this outcome or set of outcomes occurred, as opposed to any other possibility?—
Big Think,
Big Think,
10 Feb. 2026
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There’s a possibility that Takaichi is going to move very aggressively.—
Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
10 Feb. 2026
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Although the College Football Playoff will remain a 12-team field in 2026, the tournament's committee has unveiled postseason dates and bowl sites for the next two seasons.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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In the Mission League, Sierra Canyon, Notre Dame, Crespi and Loyola earned automatic playoff berths for advancing to the league tournament semifinal.—
Tarek Fattal,
Daily News,
5 Feb. 2026
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Beyond the federal government’s one-time contribution, several parties may contribute to a child’s account.—
Jeanne Sahadi,
CNN Money,
9 Feb. 2026
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Very few voters have favorable opinions of political leaders in the other party.—
Craig Gilbert,
jsonline.com,
9 Feb. 2026
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For this Alaskan, the start of summer means one thing—time to plan a winter visit.—
Jessica Puckett,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Feb. 2026
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Consider introducing yourself to a neighbor, because your optimism is ideally positioned to start things off on the right foot.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
11 Feb. 2026
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The mysterious case of a chain-saw-wielding vandal who appeared to randomly terrorize trees in and around downtown Los Angeles last year has come to an anticlimactic close.—
Grace Toohey,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Feb. 2026
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Lewis, executive director of Community Center for Immigrants, had just received an update on his case the night before.—
Catherine E. Shoichet,
CNN Money,
12 Feb. 2026
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Khelif has appealed the new policy that will keep the athlete out of any competitions pending the results of genetic testing.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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During the second annual competition in October, the team from La Marmotte restaurant, also located downtown, won with a concoction of Nikka Vodka, Luxardo Espresso liqueur, Irish cream, and Count Chocula and Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereals.—
Tiney Ricciardi,
Denver Post,
5 Feb. 2026
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Puerto Rican singer Bad Bunny (and Vogue’s fashionable December digital cover star) took the stage at the 2026 Super Bowl—and brought his celebrity friends along for the celebration.—
Margaux Anbouba,
Vogue,
9 Feb. 2026
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Bad Bunny’s halftime performance at Super Bowl LX served as a robust celebration of culture that brimmed with symbolism and celebrity cameos.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Event.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/event. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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