1
as in provisions
substances intended to be eaten
a simple, little restaurant with excellent food
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2
as in nourishment
something that maintains or stimulates the intellect
a fascinating, highly readable book that will serve as brain food for those long winter evenings
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Recent Examples of food
But the main draw here is the four fantastic food outlets all under one roof.
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Mariette Williams, Essence, 12 June 2025
Already established on the Florida food scene, Ford has gone on to open Stubborn Seed, The Butcher's Club and Beauty & The Butcher, a spot inspired by his oldest daughter.
—Kate Hogan, People.com, 13 June 2025
Studies have found that both dietary (obtained through food) and supplemental magnesium can help lower blood pressure.
—Laura Schober, Health, 12 June 2025
Growing evergreen trees on your property provides beauty to your landscape, shade in the hotter months, and habitat and sometimes food sources for birds and pollinators throughout the seasons.
—Lauren David, Southern Living, 12 June 2025
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Mariette Williams, Essence, 12 June 2025
Already established on the Florida food scene, Ford has gone on to open Stubborn Seed, The Butcher's Club and Beauty & The Butcher, a spot inspired by his oldest daughter.
—Kate Hogan, People.com, 13 June 2025
Studies have found that both dietary (obtained through food) and supplemental magnesium can help lower blood pressure.
—Laura Schober, Health, 12 June 2025
Growing evergreen trees on your property provides beauty to your landscape, shade in the hotter months, and habitat and sometimes food sources for birds and pollinators throughout the seasons.
—Lauren David, Southern Living, 12 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for food
Noun
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Pollinator pots are small containers designed to provide an easy source of nourishment for pollinators.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 June 2025
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There’s no extra product required for the process, besides optional leave-in conditioners for extra nourishment, or a dry texture spray for added grip.—
Olivia Cigliano,
Footwear News,
12 June 2025
Noun
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Fried bread rolls, raw eggs, sausage and cottage cheese measured outside of the temperature range considered safe.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado,
Sacbee.com,
13 June 2025
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Breakfast often consisted of sugary cereals and white bread, while lunch was typically something like chicken patties.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 June 2025
Noun
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Russia has turned to North Korea and Iran for sustenance, while Ukraine has turned to the West.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
19 June 2025
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There are predators on the island; animals are eaten for sustenance.—
Marc Weingarten,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2025
Noun
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The partners opened the restaurant in 2006 in the Sunset Harbor neighborhood, serving pasta, pizza, grilled meats and seafood.—
Connie Ogle,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2025
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When money ran short, people couldn’t afford the salt meat that was traditionally cooked with snap beans to season them.—
Reya Hart,
The Atlantic,
15 June 2025
Noun
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Indulge in Greek meals at local tavernas When in Greece, eat like the locals.—
DeAnna Taylor,
Charlotte Observer,
20 June 2025
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Dining here is part culinary experience, part living history—waterfront meals served with side views of boats, seals, and whales cruising by.—
Taryn White,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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The magic of this particular blend fares well with the initial burst of freshness that settles into an intriguing green finish, where coriander and cactus notes take the lead.—
Stixx Mathews,
Essence,
13 June 2025
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The exception is the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC), whose main schedule and streaming service, CBC Gem, is made up of Canadian fare.—
Amber Dowling,
Variety,
13 June 2025
Noun
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At one point during the meal, Kaja and Weinstein took an elevator upstairs together while Ewa remained at the table.—
Michaela Zee,
Variety,
14 June 2025
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The Panthers got off to a strong start, but the Oilers turned the tables to steal a road overtime win just as Florida had in Game 2.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
14 June 2025
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“Food.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/food. Accessed 26 Jun. 2025.
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