picnic 1 of 2

noun

ˈpik-(ˌ)nik How to pronounce picnic (audio)
Definition of picnicnext
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as in bed of roses
a situation or state of carefree comfort babysitting her sister's three brats for the weekend was no picnic

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2
as in breeze
something that is easy to do this class is no picnic, but I've really been learning a lot

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picnic

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verb

as in to snack

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Recent Examples of picnic
Noun
Avoid pavilions, picnic shelters, tents, car ports and boats without cabins. — David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 20 Aug. 2026 The lawns and patio could accommodate picnics, games, farmers markets, small concerts and other community events. — Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Verb
The vineyard is kid- and dog-friendly and encourages families to picnic in the fields or bring bicycles to explore surrounding bike trails. — Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 June 2026 Cinespia’s DJs will spin lively, themed sets before and after every screening, while guests are welcome to picnic on the lawn with blankets and enjoy a free photo booth, concession stands, and beer and wine throughout the evening. — Arushi Jacob, Variety, 1 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for picnic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for picnic
  1. paradise
  2. breeze
  3. snack
  4. rest
  5. cake
  6. dine
  7. utopia
  8. partake
Noun
  • The hilltop Topas Ecolodge offers the perfect perch to soak up this lush paradise, with sweeping views from the bungalow balconies and cozy villas with private pools.
    — Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 21 Aug. 2026
  • But looking up from this dark hole, the night sky was a paradise of signs.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of paradise
Noun
  • On hot summer days, that breeze combined with a light sweat is a surprisingly efficient cooling system.
    — Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times, 25 Aug. 2026
  • The lack of hills and the first-class bike lane infrastructure make cycling here a breeze.
    — Tribune Content Agency, Baltimore Sun, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of breeze
Verb
  • Use smaller plates and cups so guests can snack comfortably without crowding the puzzle table.
    — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 21 Aug. 2026
  • The best time to snack depends on your hunger, meals, and daily routine, but mid-morning and mid-afternoon are often good times.
    — Lindsey DeSoto, HEALTH, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of snack
Noun
  • Montemayor told Campus Insights Media that alcohol disrupts rest at a biological level, fragmenting sleep into short bursts that leave a person feeling drained the following morning.
    — Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Shelton said the team previously planned to sit Buxton on Wednesday night to afford him two days of rest before the club starts a stretch of 15 straight games against American League Central opponents.
    — Dan Hayes, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of rest
Noun
  • Dolly Parton’s image appeared on cake mix boxes, film posters, magazine covers, and paintings.
    — Hikmat Mohammed, ARTnews.com, 26 Aug. 2026
  • With funnel cakes in the shape of her beloved butterfly and fashion exhibits with eye-popping heels and wigs, Dolly Parton’s theme park has history, entertainment, reverence.
    — Carlye Wisel, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026
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Verb
  • Throngs of guests dined, shopped and meandered through the upscale mall over the weekend, bringing life to the shuttered complex that sat vacant for 19 months due to the devastating Palisades fire.
    — Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 20 Aug. 2026
  • In the past, Yee had dined at a couple of the restaurants inside the pyramid-like glass tower, but never spent time in the viewing gallery, which boasts an open-air deck and London’s highest champagne bar.
    — Paul Jebara, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of dine
Noun
  • William Morris, the Arts & Crafts head honcho, had imagined a socialist utopia where his dazzling wallpapers meant that everyone could access nature and beauty, anywhere, any time.
    — Emily Watlington, ARTnews.com, 24 Aug. 2026
  • There is something totalitarian about utopias, something already latent in More.
    — Carline Tromp, The Dial, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of utopia
Verb
  • The former sits high above the bay’s crashing waves, making for quite the romantic spot to partake in a Sour Sky (bourbon, gin and orange sour) and a premium New York strip.
    — DeMarco Williams, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Huntersville is also home to Latta Plantation Nature Center and Preserve, where residents and visitors can partake in outdoor activities like kayaking and hiking.
    — Eva Flowe August 18, Charlotte Observer, 18 Aug. 2026
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“Picnic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/picnic. Accessed 29 Aug. 2026.

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