- present participle of gather.
gathering
Example Sentences
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New York City celebrated the bicentennial with fireworks, a parade and a gathering of tall ships.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 2, 2026
“A large island with eat-in peninsula, built-in desk/coffee bar, and wood beam ceiling detail create both function and warmth, making it a true gathering place.”
From MarketWatch • Jul. 2, 2026
Canadians are gathering across the country to celebrate Canada Day, commemorating the birth of the nation 159 years ago.
From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026
Bolstering the defence industries on both sides of the Atlantic will be a major focus of the upcoming gathering.
From Barron's • Jul. 1, 2026
The story of Alfred Jackson and the others at that holiday gathering offers a very different look at the lives of enslaved people.
From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis
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