Parties & Events
This is a party thrown when someone moves into a new home.
housewarming
To spend time together socially
hang out with
Making friendly connections with others for personal enjoyment.
socialising
A person who loves going to parties all the time.
party animal
This word is pronounced /ˈhaʊswɔːmɪŋ/.
housewarming
A party to celebrate the start of a new product, company, or service.
launch party
To meet important or famous people
rub shoulders with
Building professional relationships to help your career.
networking
A small, exclusive group that doesn’t welcome others.
clique
This phrase is pronounced /ˈkliːki/.
cliquey
A formal celebration held after a wedding ceremony.
reception
To stay longer than your host wants
outstaying my welcome
Taking initiative and acting early.
be proactive
Someone or something that behaves in a clique-like way.
cliquey
Pronounced /blæk taɪ/, this describes a very formal dress code.
black-tie
A party for a man who is about to get married.
stag party
To not come to a planned meeting or date
stood him up
Giving something and receiving something back.
exchange
Friends or people you spend time with.
crowd
Pronounced /rʌb ˈʃəʊldərz wɪð/.
rub shoulders with
This describes a very formal event where people wear tuxedos and long gowns.
black-tie
To have lunch with someone, usually for business or socializing
do lunch
Spending time with people as part of your job or professional life.
networking
A romantic couple often described this way.
an item
Pronounced /aʊtˈsteɪɪŋ maɪ ˈwelkəm/.
outstaying my welcome