compere
Example Sentences
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James McGrath, who is compere for the event, said he had known Marty for years, and "he's all about persistence and getting things done".
From BBC ● Aug. 28, 2025
It's worth noting that Rock's joke wasn't the most offensive we've heard from an awards ceremony compere in recent years.
From BBC ● Mar. 28, 2022
Antonio Pappano, tireless as pianist and compere, spoke of “reanimating the spirit of this gorgeous house”.
From The Guardian ● Jun. 21, 2020
We used to know the drill for awards ceremonies: some off-colour compere banter, winners reeling off their thank-yous, Jennifer Lawrence wearing vintage Dior, Helena Bonham Carter wearing vintage Edward Scissorhands.
From The Guardian ● Dec. 23, 2017
“And now,” said Slughorn, shifting massively in his seat with the air of a compere introducing his star act.
From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling
