Phrases
on a platter
: without effort : very easily
can have the presidency on a platter—
Jonathan Daniels
Jonathan DanielsExamples of platter in a Sentence
large platters of hot turkey and ham
The chicken platter comes with fries and coleslaw.
She ordered the seafood platter.
Recent Examples on the Web
The colors feed a platter of cravings and probably feature at least one of your favorite desserts: Madeleine, Galette, Affogato, Muscovado, Ganache, Chocolate Colour, Bombolone, and more.
—Christianna Silva, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Apr. 2024
The 140th Anniversary Edition adds a copper platter and other refinements, mechanical and aesthetic, to last year’s choice.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 20 Mar. 2024
Stored in what was presumably the kitchen of one residence were bronze knives, wooden platters and clay pots, some of which were even nested.
—Franz Lidz, New York Times, 19 Mar. 2024
Garcia plans to serve a similar menu as his food truck, which includes tacos and traditional Mexican platters.
—Jessica Rodriguez, Journal Sentinel, 14 Mar. 2024
There also are vegan and vegetarian options, sandwiches and family platters.
—Jessica Swannie, Charlotte Observer, 1 Apr. 2024
Assemble the Cake: Place 1 cake layer on a platter or cake stand; spread 1 cup frosting over top.
—Pam Lolley, Southern Living, 30 Mar. 2024
Her products for the Easter pre-sale items ranged from $6.50 for an individual cookie to $55 for a platter of 18 mini cookies.
—Stephanie Lam, The Mercury News, 30 Mar. 2024
The men dived into platters of food set up on folding tables in his concrete backyard.
—Liam Stack Stephanie Keith, New York Times, 29 Mar. 2024
Christianna Silva, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Apr. 2024
The 140th Anniversary Edition adds a copper platter and other refinements, mechanical and aesthetic, to last year’s choice.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 20 Mar. 2024
Stored in what was presumably the kitchen of one residence were bronze knives, wooden platters and clay pots, some of which were even nested.
—Franz Lidz, New York Times, 19 Mar. 2024
Garcia plans to serve a similar menu as his food truck, which includes tacos and traditional Mexican platters.
—Jessica Rodriguez, Journal Sentinel, 14 Mar. 2024
There also are vegan and vegetarian options, sandwiches and family platters.
—Jessica Swannie, Charlotte Observer, 1 Apr. 2024
Assemble the Cake: Place 1 cake layer on a platter or cake stand; spread 1 cup frosting over top.
—Pam Lolley, Southern Living, 30 Mar. 2024
Her products for the Easter pre-sale items ranged from $6.50 for an individual cookie to $55 for a platter of 18 mini cookies.
—Stephanie Lam, The Mercury News, 30 Mar. 2024
The men dived into platters of food set up on folding tables in his concrete backyard.
—Liam Stack Stephanie Keith, New York Times, 29 Mar. 2024
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“Platter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/platter. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
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platter
noun
plat·ter
ˈplat-ər 
1
: a large plate used especially for serving meat
2
: a phonograph record
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