as in dinner
the first meal of the day
a big/good/hearty breakfast
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Recent Examples of breakfast
Arion McNicoll, TheWeek, 15 June 2026
After months of uncertainty, a North Carolina breakfast staple is set for a comeback.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 15 June 2026
Rob Picheta, CNN Money, 28 May 2026
Eggs are a simple way to add more protein to breakfast.
—Jennifer Berger, Verywell Health, 18 May 2026
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Noun
This means there are never any strangers drifting past your breakfast table or competing for loungers.
—Arion McNicoll, TheWeek, 15 June 2026
After months of uncertainty, a North Carolina breakfast staple is set for a comeback.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 15 June 2026
Verb
The two faces of Tony Alamo A few months earlier, Alexis’ brother, Matthew, arrived groggily to breakfast.
—Rob Picheta, CNN Money, 28 May 2026
Eggs are a simple way to add more protein to breakfast.
—Jennifer Berger, Verywell Health, 18 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for breakfast
Noun
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Those add-ons ranged from dinner with Siwa for $150 to a movie and pizza night in her suite for $1,250.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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Jin Lin Chinese restaurant on the third floor opens for lunch and dinner with a Cantonese menu.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
Verb
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Ladies who lunch at The George cross paths with ladies who launch (startups, that is), men in smart suits are occasionally gala-bound, and creatives on laptops greet locals stopping in for a drink or afternoon tea under the ornate ceilings.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 May 2026
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What would Sister, who lunched with the Astors and Whitneys, have thought of posting?—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
22 May 2026
Noun
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For breakfast or lunch, The Black Bear Restaurant at Indian Lodge, a hotel operating out of a 1930s adobe structure, offers a buffet with Southern classics.—
Lauren Jones,
Southern Living,
10 June 2026
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Visitors can also enjoy the Mountain Top Summer Feast at Roundhouse Lodge on Whistler Mountain, which features a banquet-style BBQ buffet, live music, and mountain views.—
Taylor McIntyre,
Travel + Leisure,
10 June 2026
Verb
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How to Eat Toss edamame in salads, snack on them alone, or include them in stir fry, suggests Greeley.—
Kirsten Nunez,
Martha Stewart,
5 June 2026
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Can snack workouts replace longer workout sessions?—
Jeanne Ballion,
Vogue,
1 June 2026
Noun
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Southern Grandmas know that fried potatoes aren't just for supper.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
14 June 2026
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At supper the guides exchanged significant glances across the fire and acted like a couple of guys who have picked a lame horse.—
Fred Bear,
Outdoor Life,
11 June 2026
Noun
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Ayscue served on several nonprofit boards and advisory groups across his career, especially for his alma mater.—
Diamy Wang,
Charlotte Observer,
13 June 2026
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The meeting took place out of state, but Chicago had a seat — reportedly on the running board of an automobile — at the creation of what became the National Football League.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
13 June 2026
Noun
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Dried khat leaves are also boiled to create a stimulant tea.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2026
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While the pastries and afternoon tea are nice, this would not be my pick to spend your time when the view just outside is so spectacular.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
Noun
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Enjoy a huge serving of delicious strawberry shortcake paired with refreshing strawberry lemonade for just $5 per person.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
11 June 2026
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Lunch might be a salad followed by lentil curry or vegetable paella, while dinner could start with vegetable soup and continue with a generous serving of fish and vegetables.—
Rachel Ingram,
Robb Report,
7 June 2026
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“Breakfast.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breakfast. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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