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 interception has created countless opportunities for Butler, who has attended Super Bowl festivities and Patriots alumni events over the years.
    Jeff Howe, New York Times, 31 Jan. 2026
  • Richardson, now 45, enjoys All-Star Weekend and is delighted to see the festivities back in the city where his NBA journey started.
    Steve Galluzzo, Los Angeles Times, 31 Jan. 2026
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“Barbecues.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/barbecues. Accessed 6 Feb. 2026.

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