as in dinner
a large fancy meal often accompanied by ceremony or entertainment
prepared a celebratory banquet for the graduating class
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Recent Examples of banquet
Doha Madani, NBC news, 3 May 2026
King Charles and Queen Camilla's time in Washington included a private tea with the president and first lady, a tour of the White House gardens and a gift exchange, plus a lavish state banquet, the menu for which was curated by Melania and the White House culinary team.
—Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 1 May 2026
Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 8 Mar. 2023
However, the annual mushers banquet in Anchorage won’t happen as usual on the Thursday before the race.
—Beth Bragg, Anchorage Daily News, 23 Jan. 2021
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Noun
The eight-story clubhouse, within walking distance of downtown Portland, houses restaurants, swimming pools, exercise studios, a conditioning room and ballroom and banquet facilities.
—Doha Madani, NBC news, 3 May 2026
King Charles and Queen Camilla's time in Washington included a private tea with the president and first lady, a tour of the White House gardens and a gift exchange, plus a lavish state banquet, the menu for which was curated by Melania and the White House culinary team.
—Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 1 May 2026
Verb
As photos on the academy website show, this was the last of the banqueting Oscars.
—Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 8 Mar. 2023
However, the annual mushers banquet in Anchorage won’t happen as usual on the Thursday before the race.
—Beth Bragg, Anchorage Daily News, 23 Jan. 2021
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for banquet
Noun
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Plus, the addition of a cuff adds a more polished aesthetic that prevents you from looking frumpy at the office or dinner.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
14 May 2026
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Both restaurants do solid business, although Kinu Sushi Bar only opens for dinner.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 May 2026
Verb
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Real security starts with honoring what is worth your time.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
14 May 2026
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The Braves honored the lives and legacies of former owner Ted Turner and former manager Bobby Cox before Tuesday’s 5-2 victory over the Cubs.—
Gabriel Burns,
AJC.com,
13 May 2026
Noun
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Like all of Wilson’s work, herein lies a feast of charmed imagery.—
Classical Music Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
11 May 2026
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In processions held on local feast days, Mata and Grifone become giant papier-mâché figures that are paraded through the streets.—
Lee Marshall,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 May 2026
Verb
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Locals are happy to regale you with tales of family squabbles and fishing exploits at any of the seaside watering holes.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
2 May 2026
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Locals who once regaled her with tales of her dad’s triumphs with Umea speak of his exploits in Manchester.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
1 May 2026
Verb
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Here is some of the latest in dining news from across San Diego County, as well as some upcoming events for foodies.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 May 2026
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Afterward, guests dined in the State Dining Room and danced in the East Room.—
Brooke Migdon,
PEOPLE,
8 May 2026
Verb
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The defender found Kai Havertz who fed Odegaard the ball again, spreading play wide to Madueke.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
12 May 2026
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The residents sheltering in place during the pandemic hit more deer, left more trash that fed more rats, all of which sustained a bigger pack of coyotes over the past year.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
12 May 2026
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“Banquet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/banquet. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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