as in dinners
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 banquets
Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 12 Mar. 2026
Throughout the next decade, this almond cake appeared on menus at inaugural and military banquets.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Mar. 2026
In the center of the room is a small, circular table, set with simple crockery that's a far cry from the ornate dinner service put on display for state banquets and formal occasions.
—Stephanie Bridger-Linning, Vanity Fair, 7 Mar. 2026
Beef Wellington’s journey to the culinary hall of fame really takes off in the 20th century when it was frequently served at high-profile banquets and celebratory dinners, or spotted on the menus of the buzziest restaurants in town.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 3 Mar. 2026
Over the years, the Hoffs have hosted family reunions, team banquets, chili cookouts and dozens of other outdoor gatherings.
—Kansas City Star, 20 Feb. 2026
In various regions, some Muslims worry that the month is getting commercialized, and say an emphasis on decorations, TV shows, outings or lavish iftar banquets can detract from Ramadan’s religious essence.
—Mariam Fam, Los Angeles Times, 17 Feb. 2026
Our timetable promised close-up encounters with Shakespeare’s Folio and Kafka’s manuscripts, art classes, classical recitals, after-hours banquets in museums.
—Richard Godwin, Travel + Leisure, 5 Feb. 2026
The Punxsutawney Groundhog Club celebrates with fireworks, talent shows, banquets and performances leading up to, and after, the prediction.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 1 Feb. 2026
Noun
The club has a popular restaurant, a clubhouse that’s often rented for banquets or group meetings, tennis courts and an Olympic-sized pool.
—Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 12 Mar. 2026
Throughout the next decade, this almond cake appeared on menus at inaugural and military banquets.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Mar. 2026
In the center of the room is a small, circular table, set with simple crockery that's a far cry from the ornate dinner service put on display for state banquets and formal occasions.
—Stephanie Bridger-Linning, Vanity Fair, 7 Mar. 2026
Beef Wellington’s journey to the culinary hall of fame really takes off in the 20th century when it was frequently served at high-profile banquets and celebratory dinners, or spotted on the menus of the buzziest restaurants in town.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 3 Mar. 2026
Over the years, the Hoffs have hosted family reunions, team banquets, chili cookouts and dozens of other outdoor gatherings.
—Kansas City Star, 20 Feb. 2026
In various regions, some Muslims worry that the month is getting commercialized, and say an emphasis on decorations, TV shows, outings or lavish iftar banquets can detract from Ramadan’s religious essence.
—Mariam Fam, Los Angeles Times, 17 Feb. 2026
Our timetable promised close-up encounters with Shakespeare’s Folio and Kafka’s manuscripts, art classes, classical recitals, after-hours banquets in museums.
—Richard Godwin, Travel + Leisure, 5 Feb. 2026
The Punxsutawney Groundhog Club celebrates with fireworks, talent shows, banquets and performances leading up to, and after, the prediction.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 1 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for banquets
Noun
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Versatile, breezy dresses are the ultimate suitcase staple, taking you from sandy strolls and poolside lounging to ocean view dinners without missing a beat.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Mar. 2026
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Oscar weekend, with its cocktails and dinners and pre-soirees and, most importantly, parties—like Vanity Fair’s—is fashion’s equivalent to Super Bowl weekend.—
José Criales-Unzueta,
Vanity Fair,
12 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Well, Sydney feasts a little bit at the end.—
Claire Messud,
Vogue,
8 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The transition from cutesy, overly frilly looks into something sleeker can boost their confidence and teach them valuable skills in dressing oneself in a way that honors their self-expression and changing sartorial needs.—
Kelsey Legg,
ABC News,
12 Mar. 2026
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The monument honors the National Woman’s Party, which fought for suffrage in the early 19th century.—
Madison Dapcevich,
Outside,
11 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Around the old-growth-fir dining table, Nansen regales us with tales of the rebuild.—
Jen Murphy,
Robb Report,
8 Mar. 2026
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In the indie film, Hawke transforms himself into the diminutive composer, who regales attendees at Sardi’s bar with anecdotes about his career highs in the theater and bemoans the loss of his former partnership with Richard Rodgers.—
Caitlin Huston,
HollywoodReporter,
26 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Unlike an ibis or a largemouth bass, which mostly feeds during the day and uses its large eyes to hunt, swamp eels have tiny eyes and are more active at night.—
Dac Collins,
Outdoor Life,
12 Mar. 2026
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The lawsuit says that construction to the warehouse could cause sediment runoff and pollution to nearby Semple Run, a stream that feeds into the Conococheague Creek and ultimately the Potomac River.—
Adam Thompson,
CBS News,
11 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Khabouth, who has met Bichette, says that roughly half the team regularly dines at Animl, which sits just a block and a half from the stadium, often stopping by after games.—
Denny Alfonso,
New York Times,
9 Jan. 2026
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As the director of the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, in Avondale, Maynard often dines in neighborhoods close to work, including Northside and Clifton.—
Keith Pandolfi,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
25 Sep. 2025
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“Banquets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/banquets. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.
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