barbecues

variants also barbeques
Definition of barbecuesnext
plural of barbecue

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for barbecues
Noun
  • Other roasts include aged sirloin of beef, British half roast chicken and a walnut roast, all with full trimmings.
    Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • The cost for the festivities usually cost between $15 and $20.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 21 Feb. 2026
  • The fireworks were part of Lunar New Year festivities in China as billions of people around the world have begun celebrating the 15-day festival.
    Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 19 Feb. 2026
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“Barbecues.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/barbecues. Accessed 27 Feb. 2026.

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