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as in meeting
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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as in event
a social gathering
was invited to a neighborhood get-together in the neighbors' backyard
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get together
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as in gather
to come together into one body or place
We all have busy schedules, but we try to get together at least once a month.
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as in collect
to bring together in one body or place
They got together enough signatures for the petition.
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Recent Examples of get-together
Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 31 May 2025
Intentionally or otherwise, the pieces provide a template for a later group get-together between Adnan, Yariel and a gaggle of fellow delivery riders.
—Guy Lodge, Variety, 30 May 2025
He was named in a squad by England’s then manager Gareth Southgate in 2019, shortly after his move to Manchester United, but had to leave the get-together because of a back injury and has never made a senior international appearance.
—Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 30 May 2025
Spring is here, and so is the season of parties, outdoor gatherings, and fun get-togethers.
—Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 29 May 2025
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Noun
With upcoming summer family gatherings, potlucks to attend, and last-minute friend get-togethers, an easy, no-fuss wardrobe is essential.
—Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 31 May 2025
Intentionally or otherwise, the pieces provide a template for a later group get-together between Adnan, Yariel and a gaggle of fellow delivery riders.
—Guy Lodge, Variety, 30 May 2025
He was named in a squad by England’s then manager Gareth Southgate in 2019, shortly after his move to Manchester United, but had to leave the get-together because of a back injury and has never made a senior international appearance.
—Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 30 May 2025
Spring is here, and so is the season of parties, outdoor gatherings, and fun get-togethers.
—Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 29 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for get-together
Noun
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The program includes more in-depth workshops, panels and talks on the Workshop Stage, as well as industry networking and meeting opportunities.—
Diana Lodderhose,
Deadline,
10 June 2025
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The program also includes more in-depth workshops, panels and talks on the Workshop Stage, as well as the industry networking and meeting opportunities.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
10 June 2025
Noun
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In the final days leading up to the event, the White House made an unusual request.—
Anne Flaherty,
ABC News,
14 June 2025
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My solution is to send electronic notes — for expressing appreciation, recognizing significant events, etc.—
Judith Martin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 June 2025
Noun
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For many younger people, these effects were amplified by the pandemic (sorry to remind you), which forced us to replace classes, meetings and other physical gatherings with virtual meetings and digital communication.—
Chris Perry,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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National Resistance Brigades spokesperson Abu Khaled claimed on Monday the detonation of an explosive device targeting a gathering of Israeli troops near a bulldozer in the town of Al-Qara, north of Khan Younis.—
Tom O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 June 2025
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To promote the Imagine Benefit on Oct. 22 at the Plaza, where tables are going for as much as $100,000 apiece, a kickoff party was held Wednesday at the East Side home of skin care mogul Peter Thomas Roth.—
Richard Johnson,
New York Daily News,
8 June 2025
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There is also the risk that Musk, who suggested the creation of a new political party on Thursday, spends against Republicans in 2026.—
Naomi Lim,
The Washington Examiner,
8 June 2025
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Disneyland has a whole lotta ‘Happy’ going on during 70th birthday bash More than 40 musical acts will perform over 100 shows on eight stages throughout the Disneyland resort as part of Celebrate Soulfully.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
30 May 2025
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Sun Sentinel Le Tub, Hollywood’s kitschy hamburger dive, turns 50 with big weekend bash The iconic waterfront eatery is marking the milestone with a three-day celebration featuring food and drink specials, souvenir tees and live music on a waterfront barge.—
South Florida Sun Sentinel,
Sun Sentinel,
30 May 2025
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While its rich marble ensuite is virtually the size of a stateroom itself—with a deep soaking tub, a walk-in rainfall shower, and a nifty sliding door (cutting the bathroom in half) perfect for offering a private guest bathroom when hosting sunset soirees or champagne receptions.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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Isaacman will speak during Saturday's dinner reception.—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
13 June 2025
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“Get-together.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/get-together. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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