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as in incident
something that happens
dinnertime was devoted to talking over the day's events, not to watching television
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2
as in possibility
something that might happen
in the event of rain, graduation ceremonies will be held indoors
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3
as in tournament
a competitive encounter between individuals or groups carried on for amusement, exercise, or in pursuit of a prize
figure skating is usually one of the most popular events in the winter Olympics
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as in party
a social gathering
the mayor's evenings are often tied up with one event after another
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Recent Examples of event
Yes Yes label, with DJ Minx headlining the event and the party going until 5 a.m. on Friday morning.
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Katie Bain, Billboard, 3 Apr. 2025
The woman behind the 911 call that set off the tragic chain of events leading to Young Scooter’s death on his 39th birthday is now speaking out — contradicting her own initial account of the incident.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 3 Apr. 2025
The climate crisis played a role in all of these extreme events, according to scientific analyses.
—Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 3 Apr. 2025
Starting in 1995, the military games is one of the largest multi-sporting events, second to the Olympic Games.
—Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 3 Apr. 2025
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Katie Bain, Billboard, 3 Apr. 2025
The woman behind the 911 call that set off the tragic chain of events leading to Young Scooter’s death on his 39th birthday is now speaking out — contradicting her own initial account of the incident.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 3 Apr. 2025
The climate crisis played a role in all of these extreme events, according to scientific analyses.
—Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 3 Apr. 2025
Starting in 1995, the military games is one of the largest multi-sporting events, second to the Olympic Games.
—Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 3 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for event
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According to the news release from the Los Angeles Police Department, the incident occurred Tuesday afternoon, April 8, after California Highway Patrol requested backup in locating three misdemeanor hit-and-run suspects who fled into a residential neighborhood of Eagle Rock in Los Angeles.—
Daniel Kreps,
Rolling Stone,
10 Apr. 2025
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The Metropolitan Washington Airport Authority also confirmed the incident in a statement.—
Stephen Sorace,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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While no cases have been reported in the Kansas City metro, health officials are steeling themselves for the possibility the disease will emerge in the area.—
Jonathan Shorman,
Kansas City Star,
9 Apr. 2025
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Vallow Daybell was sentenced to multiple life terms in prison without the possibility of parole.—
Bill Chappell,
NPR,
9 Apr. 2025
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The Miami guard scored 30 points, and the team’s loss put them in the 10th spot in the playoffs – at the edge of the play-in tournament.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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The Kings defeated the Golden State Warriors in the first round of the play-in tournament before losing to the New Orleans Pelicans in a game that would have sent them to the playoffs as the No.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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The Recruit followed Owen Hendricks (Centineo), a CIA lawyer, who becomes involved in massive international conflicts with dangerous parties after an asset tries to expose their relationship to the agency.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Mar. 2025
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The outlet reported that Sanchez had two engagement parties – one in Beverly Hills and another in Positano, Italy.—
Janelle Ash,
FOXNews.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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By Jenna Ryu April 10, 2025 A playful rivalry is one thing.—
Jenna Ryu,
SELF,
10 Apr. 2025
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And also, thinking about thousands of others going through the same thing.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Again, this is a case of humans using AI to persuade people to adopt their views rather than an indication that AI is extreme or prone to suggesting extreme ideas and behaviors.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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But the researchers determined that the mortality rate of amniotic fluid embolism was as high as 46% in some cases, particularly when there was a co-occurring health issue or problem with the placenta.—
Korin Miller,
SELF,
8 Apr. 2025
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The major driver for the decline in coal use is the economic competition with cheaper and cleaner fuels, such as natural gas and renewables, Ryna Cui, research director for the Center for Global Sustainability at the University of Maryland, told ABC News.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
10 Apr. 2025
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That also plays out of competition in Cannes Premiere.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
10 Apr. 2025
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Although Obama’s circumstances as wife to a president are certainly extraordinary, her comments immediately resonated with women across the country because of their universality.—
Stephanie McNeal,
Glamour,
10 Apr. 2025
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Mind you, this form of optimism isn’t about slapping a smiley face on dire circumstances and forging ahead.—
Alexander Puutio,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Event.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/event. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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