proms

noun

Definition of promsnext
plural of prom
as in dances
a social gathering for dancing he resolved to ask her to the school prom at the first opportunity

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  1. celebrations
  2. festivals
  3. festivities
Noun
  • Commit to celebrating her in future family celebrations with collective recognition.
    Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
  • So his wins, his celebrations are mine and mine are his.
    Jack Smart, People.com, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of celebrations
Noun
  • 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
  • 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
Definition of festivals
Noun
  • 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
  • Continue reading … AMERICAN CULTURE QUIZ – Test yourself on Hollywood highlights, dazzling debuts and federal festivities.
    Fox News, Fox News, 6 Jan. 2025
Definition of festivities
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