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Galentine's Day

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[gal-uhn-tahynz day] / ˈgæl ənˌtaɪnz ˈdeɪ /

noun

  1. Informal. February 13, set aside to celebrate friendship among women in contrast to the romantic emphasis of Valentine's Day.


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If Galentine’s Day had an animal mascot, it would have to be one of the species whose females can reproduce without a mate.

From New York Times Feb. 13, 2024

Give: Pick Galentine’s Day gifts for your friends.

From New York Times Feb. 11, 2024

Sure, Valentine's Day continues to steal the show in February, the month of all things love and romance, but the far more inclusive and arguably better holiday is Galentine's Day.

From Salon Feb. 13, 2023

Similar to Galentine's Day, Palentine's Day is the time to celebrate and appreciate all of your friends, regardless of their gender.

From Salon Feb. 13, 2023

As for Galentine's Day merch, there's plenty available on Amazon, Target and Walmart, including themed cards, jewelry, toys and decorations.

From Salon Feb. 13, 2023

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