as in dinners
the first meal of the day
a big/good/hearty breakfast
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Recent Examples of breakfasts
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Apr. 2026
These freeze well to use later for breakfasts, lunches, and apps.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, back on Coral Way, the original Wagyu Bar space will become Meat N’ Bone Kitchen, a butcher shop and casual cafe serving burgers, sandwiches and breakfasts.
—Connie Ogle
april 9, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2026
Once a week Cámara meal preps breakfasts by making a large pot of beans and a batch of tortillas on the infrared dual griddle built into her stove.
—Kate Kassin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 Apr. 2026
The restaurant continues the same approach, with family-style breakfasts included and weekend picnic brunches that tend to stretch out.
—Jordi Lippe-McGraw, Robb Report, 9 Apr. 2026
Mornings often begin at the North Clubhouse, where seamless indoor-outdoor views put golfers and surf in the same wide-angle frame, alongside velvety lattes and indulgent breakfasts.
—Amy Louise Bailey, Travel + Leisure, 9 Apr. 2026
Back in present-day Gilead, this girl who used to live out loud and in color is in her all-white skirt suit, tending to the Aunts’ beehives and cleaning their rooms and serving them their breakfasts.
—Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 8 Apr. 2026
Parents would scramble for child-care options and an alternative for weekday breakfasts and lunches.
—Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 7 Apr. 2026
Noun
The Lounge remains a favorite for leisurely breakfasts and afternoon tea.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Apr. 2026
These freeze well to use later for breakfasts, lunches, and apps.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, back on Coral Way, the original Wagyu Bar space will become Meat N’ Bone Kitchen, a butcher shop and casual cafe serving burgers, sandwiches and breakfasts.
—Connie Ogle
april 9, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2026
Once a week Cámara meal preps breakfasts by making a large pot of beans and a batch of tortillas on the infrared dual griddle built into her stove.
—Kate Kassin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 Apr. 2026
The restaurant continues the same approach, with family-style breakfasts included and weekend picnic brunches that tend to stretch out.
—Jordi Lippe-McGraw, Robb Report, 9 Apr. 2026
Mornings often begin at the North Clubhouse, where seamless indoor-outdoor views put golfers and surf in the same wide-angle frame, alongside velvety lattes and indulgent breakfasts.
—Amy Louise Bailey, Travel + Leisure, 9 Apr. 2026
Back in present-day Gilead, this girl who used to live out loud and in color is in her all-white skirt suit, tending to the Aunts’ beehives and cleaning their rooms and serving them their breakfasts.
—Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 8 Apr. 2026
Parents would scramble for child-care options and an alternative for weekday breakfasts and lunches.
—Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 7 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for breakfasts
Noun
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When the popular Italian restaurant Caffe Vialetto closed in 2025 after 26 years of feeding families and sharing milestones, diners across Miami mourned the loss of the Coral Gables icon, a stable oasis for quiet dinners and family celebrations in a wildly changing culinary landscape.—
Connie Ogle
April 9,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
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Although many of our dinners serve four people, this collection of hits is perfect for serving half as many and in record time.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
9 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Those types of lunches were later served on lunch wagons and, finally, in restaurants like Ono Hawaiian BBQ.—
Jake Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Oct. 2025
Noun
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For beer, that generally means one to two 12-ounce servings a day for men and one 12-ounce serving a day for women.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
5 Feb. 2026
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Restaurant portions and even homemade servings can often triple a standard serving without realizing it.—
Verywell Health,
Verywell Health,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
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For associations, unit owners will know what to expect in actions seeking to remove a director, and courts could become more involved in governance disputes involving dysfunctional boards, developer transitions, or allegations of financial mismanagement.—
Evonne Andris,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
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Knowing that any unauthorized demonstrations are harshly suppressed, activists have tried to organize authorized rallies, plastered posters on walls and notice boards, and filed lawsuits.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Sailing on a mega ship with thousands of people equals crowded pools, jockeying for lounge chairs and bustling buffets.—
Katie Riley,
Southern Living,
6 Apr. 2026
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There are decadent buffets with carved ham, seafood and tables piled with treats, plus plenty of spots offering family fun with visits from the Easter Bunny or egg hunts.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Her family and others who'd booked the excursion got off the ship and onto a smaller boat with glass windows, abundant seating and snacks.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 Apr. 2026
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This classic three-piece conversation set includes two durable rocking chairs with supportive cushions and a small side table for drinks and snacks.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The 5,384-square-foot micro-market, ReCharge by Gelson’s sells produce and hot food items such as breakfast burritos and sandwiches, chicken wings and tenders, pizza, hot dogs, soups and other small bites.—
Samantha Gowen,
Oc Register,
13 Apr. 2026
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Her skin is cold and clammy, pockmarked with insect bites.—
Isabel Debre,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Apr. 2026
Noun
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If your feeds haven’t already delivered this to you, buckle up.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
8 Apr. 2026
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In addition to hiring ambassadors, money will also go toward adding staffers in the security operations center, which collects feeds from more than 2,000 cameras, and security guards who are typically law enforcement.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
7 Apr. 2026
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“Breakfasts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breakfasts. Accessed 14 Apr. 2026.
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