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Recent Examples of barbecue
Of course, a lot needs to fall into place for Republicans to pass the tax cuts bill and make those holiday barbecues.
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Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 23 June 2025
In June, barbecue foods and accessories began rising up shopping lists including cucumbers, mangoes, and water-resistant sunscreen as well as grill-cleaning brushes and digital meat thermometers.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 21 June 2025
Before starting your lifeguard shift or going to that barbecue, take a moment to check the heat index.
—Clare Marie Schneider, NPR, 19 June 2025
Father’s Day can sometimes seem like an afterthought in the late-spring holiday lineup: third place behind Mother’s Day and Memorial Day, a mere warm-up barbecue before the Fourth of July.
—Augustine Sedgewick, Time, 13 June 2025
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Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 23 June 2025
In June, barbecue foods and accessories began rising up shopping lists including cucumbers, mangoes, and water-resistant sunscreen as well as grill-cleaning brushes and digital meat thermometers.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 21 June 2025
Before starting your lifeguard shift or going to that barbecue, take a moment to check the heat index.
—Clare Marie Schneider, NPR, 19 June 2025
Father’s Day can sometimes seem like an afterthought in the late-spring holiday lineup: third place behind Mother’s Day and Memorial Day, a mere warm-up barbecue before the Fourth of July.
—Augustine Sedgewick, Time, 13 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for barbecue
Noun
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The experience showcases rare and prized roasts, such as Etiope 47, Milenio, Geisha, Typica, and the signature Chirripó blend.—
Kristin Braswell,
Travel + Leisure,
7 June 2025
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Served in bistros all over France, this colorful Asparagus Mimosa is an ideal accompaniment to baked ham, roast chicken, or served on its own as a first course.—
Georgeanne Brennan,
Mercury News,
5 June 2025
Noun
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Entertain friends outdoors or host a cookout in the rain while everyone stays dry under the pergola.—
Brittany VanDerBill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 June 2025
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After the cookouts, cultural celebrations, dancing and educational seminars, the question must be asked — what is the unfinished business on the road to equality for Black Americans?—
Willie Wilson,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2025
Noun
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Taco Express, 181 Iron Point Road in Folsom, stands out immediately with its bright orange exterior and large photos showcasing tacos, burritos, and carne asada fries.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado,
Sacbee.com,
21 June 2025
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During interviews, the daughters admitted some of the scenes were fictionalized, such as a hospital room moment after Cline’s June 1961 near-fatal car crash, when she is shown convincing Loretta to sneak her out of the hospital to a nearby diner for a cheeseburger and fries.—
Philip Potempa,
Chicago Tribune,
20 June 2025
Noun
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According to Rambling’s East Coast sources, the usually bustling Long Island clambake enclave — where everyone from Steven Spielberg to Paul McCartney to Brooke Shields owns sprawling properties — is suffering from its sleepiest season in recent memory.—
Benjamin Svetkey,
HollywoodReporter,
11 June 2025
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The coast of Maine is my idea of what summertime is all about, from clambakes on the rocky shore to falling asleep to the sound of seagulls.—
Everett Potter,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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Langham guests in certain suite categories have complimentary access to this exclusive lounge, featuring a full breakfast buffet and complimentary light snacks and beverages (soft drinks and alcohol) throughout the day that will please any palate.—
Irene S. Levine,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
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Plentiful buffet selections were replaced by what was leftover after many perishables were discarded.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
25 June 2025
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“Barbecue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/barbecue. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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