: a greeting or reception marked by ceremonial courtesy
—usually used in the phrase roll out the red carpet
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Meggen Harris, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025
Great minds think alike: Kelly Clarkson and Natalie Portman are bonding over their almost identical red-carpet looks.
—Emlyn Travis Published, EW.com, 27 May 2025
Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 28 May 2025
The first group to walk the red carpet was dozens of Army and Air Force uniformed service members.
—Melinda Sheckells, HollywoodReporter, 27 May 2025
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Adjective
As the official opener for the week, this red-carpet event will take place on May 28th at The Bass Museum and hosted by Sports Illustrated Swimsuit star, Camille Kostek.
—Meggen Harris, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025
Great minds think alike: Kelly Clarkson and Natalie Portman are bonding over their almost identical red-carpet looks.
—Emlyn Travis Published, EW.com, 27 May 2025
Noun
A day after the singer, 38, shocked fans by walking the 2025 American Music Awards red carpet with a blonde bob — a far departure from her trademark long locks — Pratt, 41, defended his wife against hate comments.
—Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 28 May 2025
The first group to walk the red carpet was dozens of Army and Air Force uniformed service members.
—Melinda Sheckells, HollywoodReporter, 27 May 2025
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“Red-carpet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/red-carpet. Accessed 8 Jun. 2025.
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