goings–on

noun plural go·ings–on \ˌgō-iŋ-ˈzȯn, ˌgȯ(-)iŋ-, -ˈzän\

: actions or events that are occurring : things that are happening

Full Definition of GOINGS-ON

: irregular or reprehensible happenings or conduct

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GOINGS-ON Defined for Kids

noun plural go·ings–on \ˌgō-iŋz-ˈȯn, -ˈän\

: things that happen <There are strange goings-on in that old house.>

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