amuse-gueule

noun

Definition of amuse-gueulenext
as in natural food

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for amuse-gueule
  1. natural food
  2. finger food
  3. appetizer
  4. cocktail
  5. starter
  6. app
  7. amuse-bouche
  8. supplies
Noun
  • Avoid camping near dense cover and natural food sources for bears and be sure to secure any food in bear-resistant containers.
    — Christa Swanson, CBS News, 22 Aug. 2026
  • The incident comes as Colorado experiences a sharp increase in bear activity fueled by poor natural food conditions, prompting officials to urge people to take extra precautions during the busy late-summer season.
    — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of natural food
Noun
  • The best wine for tailgating is often a crisp, dry rosé because of its versatility, refreshing acidity and ability to pair with a wide range of football season’s favorite finger foods.
    — Katie Kelly Bell, AJC.com, 20 Aug. 2026
  • An outdoor Fourth of July celebration calls for finger foods for all ages to enjoy.
    — Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 1 July 2026
Definition of finger food
Noun
  • Family-sized salads and appetizers ($19-22) are also available.
    — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 24 Aug. 2026
  • This iconic appetizer is synonymous with game day in the South.
    — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of appetizer
Noun
  • Twenty-four hours after moving to London from New Zealand, Lavanda wanted to go out for a cocktail but felt strange going alone.
    — Amen Galinato, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2026
  • To be among my best of the best, a restaurant must serve dishes and drinks that are complete in terms of flavor and technique, from the premeal cocktails to dessert—like an album with no skips.
    — Jamila Robinson, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of cocktail
Noun
  • Due to the injuries and conservation of the staff, the team throws a sixth starter, Roki Sasaki.
    — David Troy OutKick, FOXNews.com, 26 Aug. 2026
  • New York starter Will Warren permitted three runs — two earned — and seven hits in five innings.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of starter
Noun
  • And users can choose from feeds with different algorithms, like those focused on animals or style or the most popular videos on the app.
    — Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2026
  • However, if something does not match, the bank or app could ask you to verify your identity another way until the change is confirmed.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of app
Noun
  • This display of light bondage proved merely an amuse-bouche to the erotic banquet that Fennell had prepared.
    — Alexandra Schwartz, New Yorker, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Across the pond, at the Renaissance Club in North Berwick, The Genesis Scottish Open, a co-sanctioned PGA Tour and DP World Tour event that serves as the amuse-bouche to next week’s Open Championship is brewing plenty of drama.
    — Mike Dojc, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of amuse-bouche
Noun
  • Guidance includes carrying ample water and supplies, checking road and weather conditions in advance and taking an alternative means of communication, such as a satellite communicator or emergency beacon.
    — Lianne Kolirin, CNN Money, 25 Aug. 2026
  • It is generally recommended to stock up on supplies that will last you anywhere between three days and a week.
    — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of supplies
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“Amuse-gueule.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amuse-gueule. Accessed 31 Aug. 2026.

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