A sense of occasion

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noun

The feeling that an event is important or special.

The formal dinner created a sense of occasion.
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Event Importance

Use when an event feels grand or carries importance, which is often planned and dressy.

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The gala's luxurious setting certainly brought a sense of occasion.
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Not Casual

Avoid using it for casual, everyday events as it implies a higher degree of formality or ceremony.

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The state dinner, with all its protocols, had a clear sense of occasion.
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