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as in event
a social gathering
we're all invited to the big party to celebrate the end of the year
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as in faction
a group of people acting together within a larger group
a small party got together to protest the new chairman's decision
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as in person
a member of the human race
my grandfather's a determined old party, so don't underestimate him
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as in group
a usually small number of persons considered as a unit
for parties of more than six people the restaurant automatically adds a 15% service charge to the bill
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as in participant
one who takes part in something
a party to the agreement
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Recent Examples of party
Kirsty Hatcher, People.com, 27 Jan. 2025
One way to look at Hegseth’s confirmation—despite the concerns among many in the Capitol about the wisdom of putting him in charge of the mightiest military on the planet—is to see it as proof of Trump’s tight grip on his party.
—Philip Elliott, TIME, 27 Jan. 2025
Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
About 75% of adults plan to celebrate on Dec. 31, with people ages 30-44 among the most likely to party, according to a poll from the Associated Press and NORC at the University of Chicago.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Jan. 2025
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Noun
Hay bales for party guests to sit on had also been covered in pink gingham.
—Kirsty Hatcher, People.com, 27 Jan. 2025
One way to look at Hegseth’s confirmation—despite the concerns among many in the Capitol about the wisdom of putting him in charge of the mightiest military on the planet—is to see it as proof of Trump’s tight grip on his party.
—Philip Elliott, TIME, 27 Jan. 2025
Verb
Frustration turned into self-sabotage—late nights, drinking, and partying to escape the emptiness.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
About 75% of adults plan to celebrate on Dec. 31, with people ages 30-44 among the most likely to party, according to a poll from the Associated Press and NORC at the University of Chicago.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for party
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The event is characterized as a huge success and falls nicely into a calendar of public and fundraising events that help attract visitors, donations and awareness to the growing zoo.—
Molly Davis,
The Tennessean,
3 Feb. 2025
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Related: How to Watch NFL Games Live For Free to See Every Match This Season This year’s event has some particularly exciting storylines.—
Jenzia Burgos,
StyleCaster,
2 Feb. 2025
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Now, both warring political factions spin the narrative surrounding tragedies to suit their agendas.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Jan. 2025
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Scott Peterson/Getty Images/The Christian Science Monitor Yet as different factions begin to shape the country’s post-Assad future, the past screams out for justice.—
Scott Peterson,
The Christian Science Monitor,
31 Jan. 2025
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Bellflower coach Zach Carter was celebrating after his team won its first league title since 1978 with a 50-47 win over Downey.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Feb. 2025
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Gascón has however been continuing to put out statements and do press as damage control — reportedly, beyond the purview of Netflix and her PR team.—
Brian Welk,
IndieWire,
5 Feb. 2025
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Critics have said that over time, renewal of status becomes automatic, regardless of what’s happening in the person’s home country.—
Rebecca Santana,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Feb. 2025
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Each person’s case is unique, Christian said, and everyone impacted should seek specific legal advice from a trusted source like those listed below.—
Rhiannon Saegert,
Miami Herald,
3 Feb. 2025
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In 2022, the Air Force established demographic targets for its officer corps, with specific percentages for each ethnic and racial group.—
Dexter Filkins,
The New Yorker,
3 Feb. 2025
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El Camino Quilters is a nonprofit group that donates hundreds of quilts and other handmade items to a variety of groups including Rady Children’s Hospital, senior centers, hospitals, police and military groups.—
Encinitas Advocate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Feb. 2025
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This year’s 71 participants include the UK’s Hollie Bryan (The Ceremony), Saudi Arabia’s Jawaher Alamri (The Girls who Burned the Night), Germany’s Sandra Müller (4 Könige) as well as Zola Elgart Glassman (High Heat) and Eli Raskin (Blue Sun Palace).—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
28 Jan. 2025
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These NPCs are not just passive participants in a storyline but dynamic digital entities with: • Their own on-chain wallets.—
Michele Zanello,
Rolling Stone,
28 Jan. 2025
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Another interesting finding from the clinical trial that was more recently reveled is the reduction of visceral fat.—
Yola Robert,
Forbes,
21 Jan. 2025
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Host Nikki Glaser, fresh from her successful emceeing duties, was seen reveling with fellow comedian Nate Bargatze, both basking in the evening’s triumphs.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
6 Jan. 2025
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Heidi Klum interview:Model, TV personality talks Halloween bash Though Leni had several modeling opportunities while growing up, Klum preferred to keep her out of the public eye.—
Edward Segarra,
USA TODAY,
31 Jan. 2025
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On February 1, the New York Chinese Cultural Center, in partnership with the South Street Seaport Museum, is throwing a Lunar New Year bash complete with lion dancing, Chinese crafts, and calligraphy workshops at the seaport in downtown Manhattan.—
Mae Hamilton,
AFAR Media,
28 Jan. 2025
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“Party.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/party. Accessed 9 Feb. 2025.
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