Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chow (down)
Verb
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After the review appeared, reporters began to dig in.—
Michael Waters,
New Yorker,
3 Jan. 2026 -
Conceding that late equaliser to Arsenal was also a bitter way to end what was an unexpectedly galvanising performance that showed City can dig in.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
2 Jan. 2026
Verb
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An impressive reception room and a banqueting hall add to its splendor.—
Fanny Guénon des Mesnards,
Architectural Digest,
18 Jan. 2025
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The exhibition showcases gold, silver, and bronze artifacts that reflect the Thracians’ aristocratic pursuits, including warfare, horsemanship, and banqueting.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
13 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Well, Sydney feasts a little bit at the end.—
Claire Messud,
Vogue,
8 Jan. 2026
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Fat Tuesday is a tradition of feasting on rich foods before the 40-day Lenten period of fasting begins on Ash Wednesday.—
Marina Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
8 Jan. 2026
Verb
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While the recommendations could discourage Americans from spending at restaurants — especially at a time when high inflation has curbed trips to dine out — some pockets of the industry had a positive reaction to the changes.—
Kate Rogers,Amelia Lucas,
CNBC,
8 Jan. 2026
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In the year since its formation, the group has hosted two Christmas carols; held bi-weekly cleanups on Broadway; rallied residents to walk their dogs in the business corridor; weeded and placed new native plants at Promenade Park; encouraged the community to dine out on Broadway and more.—
Hannah Elsmore,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Jan. 2026
Verb
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This year, holiday gatherings were scrapped, the single father’s Christmas budget was slashed in half, and his credit cards were glutted from months of futile efforts to keep up with the rising cost of living.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
31 Dec. 2025
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The International Energy Agency and other industry experts forecast a supply glut next year, which has been a drag on prices.—
Matthew Martin,
semafor.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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“Chow (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chow%20%28down%29. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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