by invitation

Frequency: 6.89.2 per million words

Often used with 'only' to show exclusivity.

invitationPREPOSITION

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Examples (10)

  • Membership of the club is by invitation only.
  • The exclusive gala was by invitation only.
  • Access to the secret society is strictly by invitation.
  • She was honored to attend the event by invitation from the President.
  • All attendees must register in advance, and entry is by invitation.
  • The research seminar is open by invitation only to leading scientists.
  • He gained entry to the private viewing by invitation.
  • The annual summit convenes its members by invitation every year.
  • Participation in the elite program is by invitation only, after a rigorous selection process.
  • The hidden garden can only be visited by invitation from the owner.