to host a gala

Examples

• All

• I'm hosting a gala there.

  Obsession: Stalked by My Lover (2020)

• So, intel reports that Ludendorff is hosting a gala.

  Wonder Woman (2017)

• I'll be hosting a gala tonight here in New York to formally announce Concordia, and tomorrow, a renaissance begins across the entire planet.

  From Life (2018)

• Local legend holds that on June 5, 1862, the night before the Yankees took Memphis, some prominent business and military men hosted a gala ball at the Gayoso.

  Fiction book (1996)

• The nonprofit organization plans to host a gala next month to raise funds for local charities.

• Every spring, the university hosts a gala to celebrate its alumni and their achievements.

• During the holiday season, many charities host galas to gather donations and support their causes.

Synonyms

T

to throw

vsto host a gala

• Informal

462 3.8

To organize a party or small social event for people

is more formal and involves presiding, not just arranging a casual gathering

T

to throw a party

vsto host a gala

318 1.8

Plan and have a party for people to enjoy

is more formal and often aims to raise money rather than casual fun

H

to host the event

vsto host a gala

15 3.5

To organize an event and take care of its details

presides formally and often leads gatherings for fundraising rather than just handling logistics

C

to cohost

vsto host a gala

1 4.1

To present a show or event together with another person

acts as the main leader rather than sharing leadership with others

How Formal

ball

253 2.6

to banquet

• Formal

1 4.5

to host a gala

1 5.3

to throw a party

318 1.8

get-together

• Informal

46 1.9

Surface Forms

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Etymology