non-events

[US]/[nɒn ɪˈvents]/
[UK]/[nɒn ɪˈvents]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.Events or occurrences that are insignificant or unremarkable.; Things that do not happen or are not significant.

Phrases & Collocations

avoided non-events

listing non-events

few non-events

pure non-events

major non-events

chronic non-events

series of non-events

reporting non-events

highlighting non-events

unremarkable non-events

Example Sentences

the investigation turned up a series of non-events, frustrating the detectives.

we spent weeks planning a grand celebration, but it ultimately became a non-event.

the meeting was a complete non-event; no decisions were made and nothing changed.

despite the hype, the product launch proved to be a non-event for most consumers.

the political debate was a non-event; both candidates stuck to their usual talking points.

the charity gala was a non-event this year due to low attendance and fundraising.

the film festival screening was a non-event; only a handful of people showed up.

the company merger resulted in a series of non-events and ultimately failed to deliver value.

the concert was a non-event; the band played poorly and the sound quality was terrible.

the training session was a non-event; the participants were disengaged and bored.

the proposal was a non-event; it was rejected without any serious discussion.

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