as in festivals
a time or program of special events and entertainment in honor of something
attended the gala celebrating the reopening of the museum
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Recent Examples of galas
The Work Project wasn’t about galas or red carpets; instead, their construction work kept them busy swinging hammers and driving nails.
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Sally Susman, TIME, 29 Dec. 2024
But this surge of outside operatives on the Catholic right isn’t merely a couple fancy galas or media personalities joining local parishes.
—Liam Adams, The Tennessean, 31 Oct. 2024
All of this — from the galas to collaboration behind the scenes and public promotions on popular podcasts, to helping Regina Caeli Academy find and plant new locations, and so on — add up and benefit one another, even if that’s apparent further down the road.
—Liam Adams, The Tennessean, 31 Oct. 2024
The preppy protagonists drunkenly dance their way through Manhattan, presented here as a gauntlet of galas and after-parties and classic-six apartments.
—Bob Sassone, Vulture, 17 Dec. 2024
Her recent favorite is the Bezel Lariat Pendant, which she's worn with pre-game fits, at galas and on date nights.
—Brittany Talarico, People.com, 5 Dec. 2024
Lulus Graceful Finesse Pleated Long Sleeve Maxi Dress For those looking for a more formal long-sleeve dress to wear to weddings, galas, or holiday parties this season, consider picking up this pretty option from Lulus.
—Averi Baudler, People.com, 21 Nov. 2024
The Emmy-winning star of The Bear always brings her A-game for premieres, press events, and galas, both with her glam and her gowns and suits from designers like Loewe and Thom Browne.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 21 Oct. 2024
Holiday galas, formal festive dinners, and black-tie events call for a solid, classic dress watch.
—Carol Besler, Robb Report, 10 Oct. 2024
Sally Susman, TIME, 29 Dec. 2024
But this surge of outside operatives on the Catholic right isn’t merely a couple fancy galas or media personalities joining local parishes.
—Liam Adams, The Tennessean, 31 Oct. 2024
All of this — from the galas to collaboration behind the scenes and public promotions on popular podcasts, to helping Regina Caeli Academy find and plant new locations, and so on — add up and benefit one another, even if that’s apparent further down the road.
—Liam Adams, The Tennessean, 31 Oct. 2024
The preppy protagonists drunkenly dance their way through Manhattan, presented here as a gauntlet of galas and after-parties and classic-six apartments.
—Bob Sassone, Vulture, 17 Dec. 2024
Her recent favorite is the Bezel Lariat Pendant, which she's worn with pre-game fits, at galas and on date nights.
—Brittany Talarico, People.com, 5 Dec. 2024
Lulus Graceful Finesse Pleated Long Sleeve Maxi Dress For those looking for a more formal long-sleeve dress to wear to weddings, galas, or holiday parties this season, consider picking up this pretty option from Lulus.
—Averi Baudler, People.com, 21 Nov. 2024
The Emmy-winning star of The Bear always brings her A-game for premieres, press events, and galas, both with her glam and her gowns and suits from designers like Loewe and Thom Browne.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 21 Oct. 2024
Holiday galas, formal festive dinners, and black-tie events call for a solid, classic dress watch.
—Carol Besler, Robb Report, 10 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for galas
Noun
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The spring and fall months also usher in fun annual festivals including October’s ROCKTOBERFEST and Monster Splash Seaplane Fly-In.—
Terry Ward,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Jan. 2025
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From thrilling outdoor adventures to inaugural music festivals and exclusive culinary experiences, there’s much to look forward to in the coming months.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes,
4 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Commit to celebrating her in future family celebrations with collective recognition.—
Kevin Lynn,
Newsweek,
8 Jan. 2025
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So his wins, his celebrations are mine and mine are his.—
Jack Smart,
People.com,
8 Jan. 2025
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Three years after a massive boycott and untelevised ceremony, the stars were back on the red carpet and inside the Beverly Hilton hotel, while CBS aired the festivities live.—
Joseph Wilkinson,
New York Daily News,
6 Jan. 2025
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Continue reading … AMERICAN CULTURE QUIZ – Test yourself on Hollywood highlights, dazzling debuts and federal festivities.—
Fox News,
Fox News,
6 Jan. 2025
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“Galas.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/galas. Accessed 6 Feb. 2025.
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