as in menu
food eaten or prepared for eating at one time
all she wants to do is sit quietly after the large Thanksgiving meal
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Recent Examples of meal
Gaines designed the color Gatherings with family meals and dinner parties in mind.
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Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 July 2025
That tracks with the general rhythm of a long-haul flight: meal service, lull, second meal, descent.
—Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2025
The Snack Wrap is available a la carte or as a combo meal, which includes two Snack Wraps, a medium fry and a drink of choice.
—Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 13 July 2025
Incorporate it as a savory drink as part of a meal.
—Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 1 July 2025
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Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 July 2025
That tracks with the general rhythm of a long-haul flight: meal service, lull, second meal, descent.
—Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2025
The Snack Wrap is available a la carte or as a combo meal, which includes two Snack Wraps, a medium fry and a drink of choice.
—Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 13 July 2025
Incorporate it as a savory drink as part of a meal.
—Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 1 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for meal
Noun
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Pick up these two new Popeyes menu items both in-store and online at participating restaurants across the United States.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
14 July 2025
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Known for the invention of famous menu items like the piña colada (created at the Caribe Hilton in San Juan) and the Waldorf salad (created at Waldorf Astoria New York), Hilton’s culinary programming continues to evolve.—
Ramsey Qubein,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Usually, cafe lattes in the mornings and dinners at the end of busy weeks.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
9 July 2025
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Weeknight dinners and Sunday meal prep don't have to be a chore with these deals on a time-saving air fryer, a compact juicer, and more.—
Jessica Kasparian,
SELF,
9 July 2025
Noun
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David Solomon, one of the producers in the first season, took me to lunch.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 July 2025
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Throw it over your swimsuit for a coastal lunch or wear it with a belt bag and sandals while exploring cobblestone streets.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
9 July 2025
Noun
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Spoiler alert: Some of the following information had only aired on live feeds and not the actual show, as of July 14.—
David Wysong,
The Enquirer,
14 July 2025
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That, in turn, will help drive demand for feed and, with it, corn (more on that shortly).—
Brett Owens,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Noun
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There’s a trip to a department store for a fit check, a cameo at the ballet (just to tip the valet!), and a repast of steak, lobster, and champagne.—
Joseph Hudak,
Rolling Stone,
13 June 2025
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Visitation will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Mark’s; a 2 p.m. repast will be held at the Hallie Q. Brown Community Center in St. Paul.—
Mary Divine,
Twin Cities,
1 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The Dinner Menu Filets, quinoa, sautéed spinach, and red wine were on the menu for supper with the in-laws.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
20 June 2025
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On June 16, Cousin invited Walter for supper at her home.—
Mara Bovsun,
New York Daily News,
15 June 2025
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“Meal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/meal. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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