refreshment
noun
re·fresh·ment
ri-ˈfresh-mənt 
1
: the act of refreshing : the state of being refreshed
2
a
: something (such as food or drink) that refreshes
b
refreshments plural
(1)
: a light meal
(2)
: assorted light foods
Examples of refreshment in a Sentence
Light refreshments will be served at the meeting.
The workers were in need of refreshment.
We went camping for relaxation and refreshment.
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Ultimately, remember that mahjong is the focus of the event, and snacks and refreshments should support a comfortable, enjoyable gameplay experience.
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Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Jan. 2026
The walk will last about an hour and be followed by refreshments.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 29 Jan. 2026
The weekend celebration started on Friday with a roller skating party on the smooth arena floor followed by a full schedule on Saturday of performances by local artists, tours and refreshments.
—Doug Duran, Mercury News, 27 Jan. 2026
Quinta da Lixa Alvarinho Reserva, $16 A strong entry point that shows what happens when Vinho Verde is built with structure and longevity in mind, not just immediate refreshment.
—Devin Parr, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
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Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Jan. 2026
The walk will last about an hour and be followed by refreshments.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 29 Jan. 2026
The weekend celebration started on Friday with a roller skating party on the smooth arena floor followed by a full schedule on Saturday of performances by local artists, tours and refreshments.
—Doug Duran, Mercury News, 27 Jan. 2026
Quinta da Lixa Alvarinho Reserva, $16 A strong entry point that shows what happens when Vinho Verde is built with structure and longevity in mind, not just immediate refreshment.
—Devin Parr, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for refreshment
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“Refreshment.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/refreshment. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.
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refreshment
noun
re·fresh·ment
ri-ˈfresh-mənt
1
: the act of refreshing : the state of being refreshed
2
a
: something that refreshes
b
plural
: a light meal
refreshments will be served after the meeting
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