How to Use festivity in a Sentence
festivity
noun- The decorations give the hall an air of festivity.
- The festivities will include a parade, a concert, and games for children.
- We enjoyed the New Year's Eve festivities.
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It’s a winning combination of festivity and fun, and everyone wants more.
— Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 18 Jan. 2022 -
And so, nourished with world-class music, all that remained was to enjoy the festivities and a late-night dinner of Waygu beef and warm apple pie.
— Freya Drohan, Vogue, 9 Oct. 2024 -
The actual Kentucky Derby may only last a few minutes, but the entire event is a day-long festivity.
— Lauren Hubbard, Town & Country, 6 Jan. 2022 -
On Monday, Drake posted a series of snapshots from the Weeknd's birthday festivity featuring the two singers sharing a hug and chatting at the event.
— Shafiq Najib, PEOPLE.com, 22 Feb. 2022 -
As inflation pushes prices up, many shoppers who still want to enjoy holiday festivities are opting to space out their purchases to manage their budgets more effectively.
— Francisco Velasquez, Quartz, 1 Oct. 2024 -
And of course Earth Day falls on April 24, smack dab in the middle of the festivities.
— Krista Simmons, Sunset Magazine, 15 Apr. 2024 -
McMichael will partake in his part of the festivities from his home.
— Dan Wiederer, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2024 -
At the conclusion of the festivities the idols are returned to the river.
— Ian Duncan, Washington Post, 21 Oct. 2023 -
Here’s a look at festivities planned throughout the state.
— Lawrence Specker | Lspecker@al.com, al, 13 June 2023 -
Here's what to know, from its hours to when each festivity is going on.
— Hannah Kirby, Journal Sentinel, 16 Jan. 2023 -
At the end of a stay full of parties and festivities, toast the season with a glass of bubbly at Christmas Day brunch.
— Teresa Bergen, Travel + Leisure, 14 Oct. 2023 -
Ice Palace Studios will be home to all three days of the Bravo festivities.
— Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 5 Aug. 2024 -
Gage the dog makes use of a large inflatable fire hydrant at the dog show festivities at Canyon High School.
— Heather McRea, Orange County Register, 4 July 2024 -
Similar festivities would be held from coast to coast in the decades to follow.
— Brennon Dixson, Los Angeles Times, 16 June 2023 -
Many Bowie fans turned out for the festivities, and some even got emotional.
— Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 16 Jan. 2024 -
Some placed a small tree in the Blue Room; others preferred a large tree or trees in the East Room, where most of the holiday festivities took place.
— Andrea Salcedo, Washington Post, 27 Nov. 2023 -
Younger adults, those who may be the least able to afford the festivities, are shelling out the most money compared with older guests.
— Michelle Singletary, Washington Post, 21 July 2023 -
For her festivities, Stause sported a white cut-out mini dress with a halter neck and a pair of gold heels.
— Kirsty Hatcher, Peoplemag, 20 July 2023 -
Others stay away from the crowds and high price tags associated with the festivities of the biggest event of the year.
— Maya Kachroo-Levine, Travel + Leisure, 19 Mar. 2024 -
Here, an exclusive look at the couple's wedding — and the days of festivities leading up to it.
— Kate Hogan, Peoplemag, 24 Aug. 2023 -
The festivities of May Day reach far and wide, spanning seas, centuries, and cultures.
— Kate Franke, Woman's Day, 25 Apr. 2023 -
The unofficial start of the festivities is the parade of the landlords and brewers.
— Rebecca Deurlein, Forbes, 17 Sep. 2024 -
Print them on sticker sheets or card stock to add color and festivity to your homemade baked goods.
— Alesandra Dubin, Good Housekeeping, 28 Oct. 2022 -
Here’s a glimpse of the festivities: I’m reminded of the various ethnic-pride days in New York.
— Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 14 June 2024 -
To add to the festivities, Dunst herself made a surprise appearance to kick off the evening.
— Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 19 Aug. 2024 -
Roads were sealed to non-wedding guests near the event spaces while the groom led a convoy of luxe vehicles down the street to kick off the weekend’s festivities.
— Madeline Fitzgerald, Quartz, 12 July 2024 -
These pretty front porches are all decked out and ready for fall festivities.
— Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2023
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