festivities

Example Sentences

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Most of the festivities passed off without incident, as crowds gathered in many areas of Paris after PSG's 1-1 draw in Munich.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

Ambev said it leveraged the Carnival festivities, particularly in Brazil, to reinforce the connection between its brands and consumers, and to drive engagement.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

The wedding festivities spanned two days in New York’s Hudson Valley and incorporated a summer camp theme.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

The festivities began before American Flight 3599 took off from Miami International Airport.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

Thinking of those times as he passed the cemetery on his way to the evening’s festivities, Gabe recalled the day Matty's body had been found and carried home.

From "Son" by Lois Lowry