gala

Example Sentences

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The news came at Taco Bell’s Live Más Live gala March 10, during which the company introduced more than 20 new menu items — though the under-eye patches are the only non-edibles being rolled out.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026

She will open the season, with a gala conducted by Teddy Abrams, who becomes artistic director of the Ojai Festival next season.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

In a professional setting, like a networking event or gala, a graceful departure signals respect—whether it’s a quick “Wonderful to see you” or a subtle wave to the host.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

Much of that income came from a major gala fundraiser held in London in 2023, but a source within the sector has said it is "difficult optically to do anything high profile like that again".

From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026

I’d forgotten that dancing was to follow the gala dinner.

From "Secrets at Sea" by Richard Peck