: an informal or semiformal party or gathering at which cocktails are served
Examples of cocktail party in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the WebThe program will conclude Thursday night with a cocktail party in New York City.—Michaela Zee, Variety, 19 Sep. 2024 Basically, this made my kitchen smell like a very rich woman passed through on her way to a late night cocktail party.—Wilder Davies, Bon Appétit, 18 Sep. 2024 The standout black, satin maxi skirt will be your cocktail party go-to when worn with heels and statement earrings, but can also work for more casual settings with a white button-down and ballet flats for meetings.—Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 16 Sep. 2024 Policy talk and personalities circulated on kind a loose cocktail party circuit in which Hollywood’s open checkbook played an increasing role.—Michael Cieply, Deadline, 14 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for cocktail party
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