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as in meal
food eaten or prepared for eating at one time
that evening's chow was pretty basic because we were in a hurry
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2
as in food
substances intended to be eaten
there's always at least some chow in the house
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Recent Examples of chow
To the dedicated chow chaser, the only thing better than a great restaurant is a great restaurant nobody else knows about.
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Bradley Hohulin, IndyStar, 9 Jan. 2026
But the mainstay also offers a robust menu of Chinese eats including dim sum, congee, rice rolls, chow fun, and more—with most entrées under $10.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 12 Dec. 2025
Chow Public Market & Eatery already faces a conspicuous lack of chow.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 29 Oct. 2025
In total, 20 brown bear competitors from Brooks River in Katmai National Park and Preserve in Alaska spent all summer chomping down on salmon to compete in this year's chow off.
—Natalie Neysa Alund, USA Today, 1 Oct. 2025
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Bradley Hohulin, IndyStar, 9 Jan. 2026
But the mainstay also offers a robust menu of Chinese eats including dim sum, congee, rice rolls, chow fun, and more—with most entrées under $10.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 12 Dec. 2025
Chow Public Market & Eatery already faces a conspicuous lack of chow.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 29 Oct. 2025
In total, 20 brown bear competitors from Brooks River in Katmai National Park and Preserve in Alaska spent all summer chomping down on salmon to compete in this year's chow off.
—Natalie Neysa Alund, USA Today, 1 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for chow
Noun
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Why Lemon Is Perfect for Spring With their vibrant yellow color and bright, acidic taste, lemons are a refreshing way to transition your cooking from savory winter dishes to lighter spring meals.—
Staff Author,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Apr. 2026
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Keep your busy life organized with Cozyla, a smart touchscreen hub designed for the whole family to bring together schedules, routines, chores and meal plans into one easy-to-use display.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
18 Apr. 2026
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Two years ago, Charles Gabriel, of the Harlem soul-food franchise Charles Pan-Fried Chicken, collaborated with Daniel Boulud.—
Zach Helfand,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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The content gaining traction — tea rituals, slow routines, dense and futuristic cities, food culture that feels abundant and communal — maps precisely onto what young people say is missing from their own lives.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
19 Apr. 2026
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Located on the plaza, visitors will have plenty of food options thanks to this cafes large menu.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
19 Apr. 2026
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From summertime cookouts to iconic meat 'n' three menus, banana pudding has been a long-standing classic Southern dessert.—
Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
19 Apr. 2026
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If Erdos dismisses the lawsuit on account of arbitration, that will mean the dispute leaves the public court system and continues in arbitration, which is private and subject to confidentiality provisions.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
15 Apr. 2026
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While Washington is known for its gridlock and inaction, this tax season, business owners are benefiting from the pro-growth provisions in the Working Families Tax Cut.—
Blanche Lincoln,
Boston Herald,
15 Apr. 2026
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Fresh herb plants grace tables and cruisers munch on breads baked in mini clay pots.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Apr. 2026
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Make the crostini Slice the bread into thick pieces, brush with olive oil and season lightly with salt and pepper.—
Kelly McCarthy,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
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Nearly all the meat is raised by the restaurant's owner Kristin Canty, and a good amount of the produce is grown by her farm, as well.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Apr. 2026
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Beyond seeking to reduce emissions, the push is part of efforts to court younger consumers who, Simmons noted, were put off by the environmental impact of eating meat as well as concerns surrounding animal welfare.—
Prashant Rao,
semafor.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Chow.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chow. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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