as in dinners
the first meal of the day
a big/good/hearty breakfast
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Recent Examples of breakfasts
Lauren O'Connor, Health, 7 Jan. 2026
What Smells Mice Dislike Cinnamon While the smell of cinnamon is reminiscent of autumn aromas and homemade breakfasts, mice don’t feel the same way.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 6 Jan. 2026
At the pancake breakfasts, Opus Dei priests mixed with other priests, and Prevost got to know the prominent locals who were mainstays of the movement.
—Paul Elie, New Yorker, 5 Jan. 2026
From quick breakfasts to celebratory desserts and dependable weeknight dinners, these are our most popular recipes in 2025, the ones our readers couldn’t stop making.
—Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 31 Dec. 2025
Suites offer more than 775 square feet of space, sitting areas, and furnished outdoor areas as well as complimentary in-room bars, concierge services, one-way airport transfers, and optional in-suite breakfasts.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 30 Dec. 2025
Twilegar is also the chef at Palmys, a neighborhood cafe, espresso bar, market and garden, offering healthy breakfasts, brunches, lunches and dinners with indoor/outdoor dining options.
—Regina Elling, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Dec. 2025
Her parents live nearby and can often be found at her house for pancake breakfasts on Saturday mornings.
—Laura Trujillo, USA Today, 6 Nov. 2025
The church provides community dinners, community lunches and cold breakfasts with coffee on select days.
—Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 29 Oct. 2025
Noun
Anti-inflammatory breakfasts should have whole, non-processed foods.
—Lauren O'Connor, Health, 7 Jan. 2026
What Smells Mice Dislike Cinnamon While the smell of cinnamon is reminiscent of autumn aromas and homemade breakfasts, mice don’t feel the same way.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 6 Jan. 2026
At the pancake breakfasts, Opus Dei priests mixed with other priests, and Prevost got to know the prominent locals who were mainstays of the movement.
—Paul Elie, New Yorker, 5 Jan. 2026
From quick breakfasts to celebratory desserts and dependable weeknight dinners, these are our most popular recipes in 2025, the ones our readers couldn’t stop making.
—Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 31 Dec. 2025
Suites offer more than 775 square feet of space, sitting areas, and furnished outdoor areas as well as complimentary in-room bars, concierge services, one-way airport transfers, and optional in-suite breakfasts.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 30 Dec. 2025
Twilegar is also the chef at Palmys, a neighborhood cafe, espresso bar, market and garden, offering healthy breakfasts, brunches, lunches and dinners with indoor/outdoor dining options.
—Regina Elling, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Dec. 2025
Her parents live nearby and can often be found at her house for pancake breakfasts on Saturday mornings.
—Laura Trujillo, USA Today, 6 Nov. 2025
The church provides community dinners, community lunches and cold breakfasts with coffee on select days.
—Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 29 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for breakfasts
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Their streamlined structure transitions effortlessly from day excursions to evening dinners, keeping packing minimal and chic.—
Gabrielle Porcaro,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 2026
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Browse through our seven favorite pairs, below, to wear from weekend errands to casual dinners, with prices starting at $30.—
Michelle Rostamian,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 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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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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Ivica Zubac had 22 points and 11 rebounds for the Clippers, and John Collins added 18 points and four boards.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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And the vessel comes equipped with a dive center and a fleet of kayaks, foil boards, and paddleboards.—
Gisela Williams,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Jan. 2026
Noun
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There was once a time when the tomato aspic was the highlight of luncheon buffets.—
Nellah Bailey McGough,
Southern Living,
30 Dec. 2025
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Peppermill burger Wicked Spoon Sin City is known for its extravagant buffets, and Wicked Spoon at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas is among the best.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Whether commuting for work or running errands, Dana is a carryall with ample space for essentials (think phone, keys, wallet, and sunglasses), along with a 13-inch laptop, water bottle, makeup, portable charger, lightweight jacket, snacks, and a notebook.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Jan. 2026
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The main compartment is spacious enough for essentials like chargers, money, my phone, and of course, snacks.—
Annita Katee,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The owner suffered a gunshot wound to his leg, along with several dog bites.—
JT Moodee Lockman,
CBS News,
12 Jan. 2026
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Another snap showed Martin and Short having a chaotic kiki in between bites.—
Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
12 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Stocking nails, or nails coated in a sheer wash of jelly polish and opaque polka dots, are currently sweeping our feeds.—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
9 Jan. 2026
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The show and its publicity tour have dominated social media feeds, group text chats, and even made their way into the conversation on Andy Cohen and Anderson Cooper’s New Year’s Eve broadcast.—
Jessica Derschowitz,
Time,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Breakfasts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breakfasts. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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