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 reopening festivities came together in just a couple months’ time, with a marketing campaign that Trotter acknowledges did not generate much hype in advance.
    Shomik Mukherjee, Mercury News, 24 Jan. 2026
  • While the focus is on helping singles find their match, couples are welcome to enjoy the festivities and help support their single friends.
    Charlie Vargas, Daily News, 23 Jan. 2026
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“Barbecues.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/barbecues. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.

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