as in performance
a job usually for a specified amount of time (as for a musician, an actor, etc.)
He was finally able to book a gig at the nightclub. her last acting gig
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Recent Examples of gig
Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 27 May 2025
That led to gigs on the West Coast and throughout the South, plus a date at the prestigious Montreal Jazz Festival.
—Dan Kelly, Kansas City Star, 25 May 2025
Allbusiness, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
The Night Carrots got started during the pandemic, quickly built a loyal following by relentlessly gigging across North Park and swiftly graduated to bigger stages.
—Andrew Keatts, Axios, 4 Mar. 2025
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Noun
The firing after a nearly 30-year run appeared to surprise Starkey, after reports that Daltrey was not happy with the drummer’s performance at a March Royal Albert Hall gig, complaining from stage that Starkey’s loud playing was throwing him off.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 27 May 2025
That led to gigs on the West Coast and throughout the South, plus a date at the prestigious Montreal Jazz Festival.
—Dan Kelly, Kansas City Star, 25 May 2025
Verb
In internal talent marketplaces, these skill insights enable businesses to match employees to gig and project work, enhancing agility and strategic workforce planning.
—Allbusiness, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
The Night Carrots got started during the pandemic, quickly built a loyal following by relentlessly gigging across North Park and swiftly graduated to bigger stages.
—Andrew Keatts, Axios, 4 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gig
Noun
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Manilow is set to resume his residency at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino on June 12 following his stops around the U.S. — which include stops Utah, Idaho, Oregon and California as well as a final performance in San Jose, Calif. on July 20.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
6 June 2025
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Look, it’s already started, with criticism of his performance for the national team against Portugal on Wednesday.—
Philipp Lahm,
New York Times,
6 June 2025
Verb
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Chicago became an epicenter of the nation’s immigration debate in 2022, when Texas Gov. Greg Abbott bused migrants here to create pressure for stricter border policies.—
Nicole Acevedo,
NBC news,
12 May 2025
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The airline said passengers were deplaned on the runway via a combination of slides and stairs and were bused to the terminal.—
Stepheny Price,
Fox News,
2 Feb. 2025
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The Orioles previously designated Blewett for assignment just days after acquiring him after the Minnesota Twins placed him on waivers.—
Hunter Mulholland,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 June 2025
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The Royals designated right-handed pitcher Thomas Hatch for assignment — he’d been recalled from Triple-A Omaha for the doubleheader — meaning Cameron remains in the majors.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
5 June 2025
Verb
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The starting price for the 3500 chassis cabs $49,285 including delivery charge, about $1,700 less than the 2024 model.—
Sam Abuelsamid,
Forbes,
7 Jan. 2025
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Some fans walked away from the stadium to grab an Uber or cab back to their hotels.—
Bryan West,
USA TODAY,
25 May 2024
Noun
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Since your job was seasonal, the terms of your employment may have also been governed by a contract or agreement.—
Johnny C. Taylor Jr,
USA Today,
4 June 2025
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The irony is elegant: the same technological revolution threatening employment also provides tools for managing its social consequences.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
Verb
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Those motoring to work in a Rolls-Royce aren’t being left out, either.—
Susan Campos,
The Hollywood Reporter,
23 Mar. 2025
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The man appears to briefly lift the scooter away from the child’s leg, the child gets back on the scooter, and Miller eventually motors away.—
Chris Boyette,
CNN Money,
4 May 2025
Noun
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The Leo full moon on the 12th encourages you to step into the spotlight, especially in your work or daily routines.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 June 2025
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For somebody just graduating from college, entry-level work is the name of the game.—
John Werner,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
Verb
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Craig Berube was openly against playing William Nylander with Matthews in his first season coaching the Leafs.—
Jonas Siegel,
New York Times,
31 May 2025
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But there has been something about coaching this team, at this stage in his career, that had Maurice make a bold statement Saturday.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
31 May 2025
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“Gig.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gig. Accessed 11 Jun. 2025.
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