meet and greet
Americannoun
verb (used with or without object)
Etymology
Origin of meet and greet
First recorded in 1815–20 for verb; 1960–65 for noun
Example Sentences
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Guests will also soon be able to find the Kylo Ren character at a meet and greet in Tomorrowland.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 14, 2026
His alluring credentials include an uncle he claims is a top fighter in the resistance who can get Sara a meet and greet with the leader of the Al-Yasser Front.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 7, 2025
While meet and greet ticket prices were already in the hundreds for many, some fans said they paid about £1,500 for the opportunity.
From BBC • Jul. 12, 2025
Sometimes this meet and greet releases massive energy in the form of powerful invisible jets, appearing just like the water jet used by firefighters to put out a fire.
From Space Scoop • Jun. 2, 2025
At the end of 2007, Bear Stearns had nevertheless invited Eisman to a warm and fuzzy meet and greet with their new CEO, Alan Schwartz.
From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis
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