: an informal or semiformal party or gathering at which cocktails are served
Examples of cocktail party in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the WebThe event will begin with a cocktail party and DJ sets from Novena Carmel (KCRW’s Morning Becomes Eclectic), to be followed by an awards program where winners are announced and give brief remarks.—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 9 Aug. 2024 But please don’t bring your good vibes into the final cocktail party, okay?—Kristen Baldwin, EW.com, 6 Aug. 2024 These two states are common to the human condition but rarely acknowledged at cocktail parties.—Jed Brewer, Rolling Stone, 2 Aug. 2024 Over the course of the multi-day event — which kicked off on Sunday, July 28 with a cocktail party hosted by the bride's father, Formula 1 champion Nelson Piquet — saw the couple surrounded by friends and family.—Stacy Lambe, Peoplemag, 31 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for cocktail party
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