as in dance
a social gathering for dancing
he resolved to ask her to the school prom at the first opportunity
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Recent Examples of prom
The Intracoastal Waterway property started life as a mid-1950s Phillips 66 gas station, then steadily expanded, adding an eatery and then a resort hotel, and cementing its place as the singular 1960s-era Fort Lauderdale setting to celebrate special events from Mother’s Day to proms to weddings.
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Jeffrey Steele, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
On Wednesday, ’80s songstress Taylor Dayne showed up to perform two songs for Joan Vassos’s first group date, which mimicked a prom night straight out of the John Hughes canon.
—Devon Ivie, Vulture, 27 Sep. 2024
Rih put a 2024 spin on the '00s with her updo and choppy baby bangs, paired with a white collared gown and tons of diamonds and pearls—less prom, more couture.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 5 Dec. 2024
Newell wore a strapless pink gown for the occasion, and Bowers’ pink boutonniere complemented his prom date’s dress.
—Alexandra Hurtado, People.com, 29 Nov. 2024
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Jeffrey Steele, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
On Wednesday, ’80s songstress Taylor Dayne showed up to perform two songs for Joan Vassos’s first group date, which mimicked a prom night straight out of the John Hughes canon.
—Devon Ivie, Vulture, 27 Sep. 2024
Rih put a 2024 spin on the '00s with her updo and choppy baby bangs, paired with a white collared gown and tons of diamonds and pearls—less prom, more couture.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 5 Dec. 2024
Newell wore a strapless pink gown for the occasion, and Bowers’ pink boutonniere complemented his prom date’s dress.
—Alexandra Hurtado, People.com, 29 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prom
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The final evening, Saturday (March 15), is presented by Carnival Cruise and will feature a high-energy performance from dance music artist John Summit.—
Rania Aniftos,
Billboard,
29 Jan. 2025
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One of the most recognizable celebrations is lion dance troupes, a dramatic tradition meant to usher in the New Year and expel evil spirits.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA TODAY,
29 Jan. 2025
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Such a lineup is unknown territory for the festival, but Blanc was adamant not to deviate from the carte blanche principle for selections.—
Lily Templeton,
WWD,
29 Jan. 2025
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The incident occurred early today as tens of millions of devotees went to bathe in a river on one of the most sacred days of the Maha Kumbh Mela Hindu festival.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN,
29 Jan. 2025
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The researchers believe that pockets or veins of water flowed beneath the surface of Bennu’s parent asteroid, which was probably similar to a big ball of mud in the early days of the solar system, McCoy said.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN,
29 Jan. 2025
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The Chiefs got the ball back and scored a touchdown to regain the lead.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
29 Jan. 2025
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“Prom.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prom. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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