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gala

[gey-luh, gal-uh, gah-luh] / ˈgeɪ lə, ˈgæl ə, ˈgɑ lə /




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Unitree had previously drawn significant attention during China's annual Spring Festival gala performance, with its dexterous robots, wearing traditional Chinese vests, seen performing Kung Fu and jumping over tables.

From Barron's Aug. 19, 2026

The team feels gala days such as Marymass, and others that take place across Scotland that are filled with local traditions and customs, remain a way to bring a community together.

From BBC Aug. 15, 2026

“I got sober because of this guy,” he said during a 2020 acceptance speech at the National Board of Review’s annual awards gala.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 11, 2026

FCC Chair Brendan Carr’s financial statements show he has reported accepting honors gala tickets from CBS or its parent company eight times since his 2017 appointment to the commission, totaling over $75,000 in gifts.

From Salon Aug. 4, 2026

Darius has to help with another thing called a gala.

From "Pride" by Ibi Zoboi

Trump and Sean “Diddy” Combs have been known acquaintances for years—or whatever it’s called when two rich and famous dudes in entertainment are often invited to the same charity events, galas, and afterparties.

From Slate Jun. 11, 2026

Before they were squabbling in court and attending fashion galas, today’s masters of the universe built their names on engineering, coding and hard-charging leadership.

From The Wall Street Journal May 18, 2026

Designers cater to an extremely exclusive clientele able to purchase pieces for thousands of dollars intended for red carpets, galas, weddings or other public events.

From Barron's Jan. 26, 2026

Following the galas, Salonen began the first regular L.A.

From Los Angeles Times Oct. 29, 2025

She was often featured in the society pages of newspapers and magazines, attending balls and galas.

From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly




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