gate-crasher
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of gate-crasher
An Americanism dating back to 1925–30
Example Sentences
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The acquisition represents a moment of triumph for the brash Sarandos, who has gone from Hollywood gate-crasher to the ultimate power broker.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 5, 2025
The gate-crasher did not make any notable gestures or attempt to speak.
From BBC ● Feb. 19, 2024
“You called me a gate-crasher, now you can call me a plate-crasher,” she said, according to a report in Newsday.
From Washington Post ● Jun. 13, 2019
But if there’s going to be another Triple Crown gate-crasher again this year, it’s unlikely to be Zito.
From The Guardian ● Jun. 5, 2015
The White House gate-crasher Michaele Salahi is kicked off “Celebrity Rehab” because she’s not addicted to anything.
From New York Times ● Mar. 16, 2011
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