prom

Example Sentences

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Prom was a chance to close out his youth in style, his parents said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

Volunteer Kali Rodriguez, right, helps Ashley Luna, 18, from Fairfax High School, to find the perfect prom dress for her at the Positive Results Center 10th annual Prom Dress & Tux Gift-Away and Resource Fair.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026

The "Nerd Prom" as attendees affectionately call it brings together hundreds of Washington journalists and media executives to raise funds for scholarships and awards.

From Barron's • Apr. 25, 2026

A season of American music will mark the 250th anniversary of the signing of the US Declaration of Independence - including an American Classics Prom with music by Leonard Bernstein, George Gershwin and Aaron Copland.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

“Here we are on prom night, crying at a Cracker Barrel in Cookeville, Tennessee. I’d say we’re getting the hang of this Pathetic Prom thing,” Dill said, after the server left.

From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner