dine on

verb

dined on; dining on; dines on
somewhat formal
: to eat (something) for dinner
We dined on pasta and fresh vegetables.
They dined on chicken every day for a month.
animals dining on fruits, leaves, and insects

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Guests dined on squash and sea bass The first lady helped craft the evening’s menu, which was served on the red china from Ronald Reagan’s presidency. — Will Weissert, Chicago Tribune, 25 Sep. 2026 The primary place to dine on-property is Bridgeman’s Chophouse, named for server Peter Bridgeman, who worked at the hotel for 47-years beginning in the 1930s. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026 The women dined on tres leches French toast, poached shrimp, ceviche de pescado, crab Benedict, ham Benedict and breakfast tacos. — Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 14 Sep. 2026 Many of the celebrities in attendance at the show appeared at the party, dining on homemade pizza, tuna tartare and Caprese salads. — Ralphie Aversa, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for dine on

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“Dine on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dine%20on. Accessed 1 Oct. 2026.

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