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The holidays represent an especially anxiety-ridden time for introverted employees—what with office parties, potlucks and other gatherings.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 23, 2025

I became the dependable participant at potlucks, arriving with two or three dishes to ensure there was something good on the table.

From Salon • Oct. 14, 2025

The neighbors gather for pumpkin carving each Halloween, pancake breakfasts, Fourth of July potlucks and neighborhood cleanups.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 17, 2024

The centers often hosted political rallies, dances and potlucks, and some even helped community members prepare for the U.S. citizenship test.

From New York Times • Mar. 13, 2024

At the potlucks of poor people churches in Oklahoma, the BBQ is always good.

From "Everything Sad Is Untrue" by Daniel Nayeri