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Examples of dinnertime in a Sentence
I hate getting phone calls at dinnertime.
Recent Examples on the Web
At dinnertime, Paella de Mariscos, Carne or Vegetariana) join that array, along with entrees such as Lomo Saltado, Pescado con Ratatouille and Pulpo Asado con Patatas.
—Linda Zavoral, The Mercury News, 14 May 2024
Visit Red Rocks at dinnertime for premium steaks, rich pastas and fresh seafood, or join the restaurant for its signature Sunday brunch.
—Alexandra Maloney, Charlotte Observer, 8 May 2024
At dinnertime, a cozy booth at Laura Lee's is the perfect spot to relax.
—Paige Porter Fischer, Southern Living, 3 May 2024
Get The Recipe 36 of 42 Italian Casserole This recipe from our November 1990 issue has been saving us at dinnertime for decades.
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2024
But, before all of that, last week's episode left off at dinnertime, when the farmers could choose to send one of their daters home.
—Hannah Kirby, Journal Sentinel, 13 Apr. 2024
Farmer Brandon Rogers could choose to send a dater home during dinner
At dinnertime, the farmers could choose to send one of their daters home.
—Hannah Kirby, Journal Sentinel, 5 Apr. 2024
At dinnertime, just toss in a few ingredients for flavor and serve with a loaf of crusty bread for a hearty, easy meal in minutes.
4 of 15Erin Kunkel
Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo
This recipe turns a beloved pasta dish—rich, creamy Alfredo—into an easy, one-pot endeavor.
—Jenna Anderson, Sunset Magazine, 14 Mar. 2024
Yet Roberts remained on the phone well past dinnertime.
—Rebecca Panovka, Harper's Magazine, 9 Feb. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
14th century, in the meaning defined above
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The first known use of dinnertime was
in the 14th century
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Cite this Entry
“Dinnertime.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dinnertime. Accessed 24 May. 2024.
Kids Definition
dinnertime
noun
din·ner·time
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: the usual time for dinner
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