soirees

noun

variants or soirées
Definition of soireesnext
plural of soiree
as in receptions
a formal social gathering that is usually at night They attended a fashionable soiree at a fancy hotel.

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  1. receptions
  2. events
  3. salons
  4. celebrations
Noun
  • Verona Sunset, a more vibrant version of this trend, is a welcome change to the wedding palettes that have recently been seen at ceremonies and receptions, reflecting the cozy warmth of being in love.
    Sharon Greenthal, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Oct. 2024
  • The former wide receiver had 766 receptions for 11,059 yards and 67 touchdowns in 166 games.
    Ben Morse, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of receptions
Noun
  • Today in history Here are just some of the events on this date in the past.
    Lorenzino Estrada, The Arizona Republic, 4 Oct. 2024
  • And on November 15, right before the film’s official November 22 release, Target’s Jersey City store will be transformed into the ‘Land of Oz’ with a whole host of special events and giveaways.
    Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of events
Noun
  • Sustainability is crucial for salons, given the negative environmental impact of the beauty and wellness industry.
    Kelley Swing, Rolling Stone, 4 Oct. 2024
  • As opposed to having separate salons for each maison, seven brands are all housed under the same roof here, says Perrin.
    Roberta Naas, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
Definition of salons
Noun
  • Whereas some adaptations place Scrooge firmly at the center of your focus, this one emphasizes the rewards of being part of a community, ranging from warm celebrations full of dancing, food and games to something as simple as a nod and smile to a stranger on the street.
    Rob Hubbard, Twin Cities, 16 Nov. 2024
  • Homecoming celebrations at Tuskegee University descended into chaos as a shooting broke out last weekend on the Alabama campus.
    Elizabeth Robinson, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
Definition of celebrations
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