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gig

[gig] / gɪg /


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It looks like Donald Trump is taking on yet another side gig.

From Salon • Apr. 28, 2026

Comedian and actor Jim Gaffigan, speaking on the way to a comedy gig in New York, said he figured people were pregaming for his show given the high price of alcohol.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

When the crowd at an early gig showers his sons with physical coins, Domingo’s expression shows offense at people treating the Jackson 5 like street performers.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

Although only 30 people had made it to the gig because of the treacherous weather conditions, the hotel’s booker had seen enough: He offered the Stones a regular gig.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026

Since I got this office gig, Tai’s been bugging me about keeping up my average.

From "The Skin I'm In" by Sharon G. Flake




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