CHOW DOWN Synonyms: 31 Similar and Opposite Words

chow (down)

verb

Definition of chow (down)

as in to dig in

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diet
fast

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Verb

But Tehran’s hard-line new senior leaders including Rezaei have signaled a willingness to dig in after weathering decades of sanctions.

— Samy Magdy, Chicago Tribune, 6 Sep. 2026
Bra bands that dig in and have minimal side coverage can create bulges under your tops and dresses, but this under-$20 Warners style does the opposite, according to shoppers.

— Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of dig in

Verb

An impressive reception room and a banqueting hall add to its splendor.

— Fanny Guénon des Mesnards, Architectural Digest, 18 Jan. 2025
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

Definition of banquet

Verb

With Jeremiah Smith likely getting double- and triple-coverage looks all season, McCuin should feast — and become less of a secret.

— Nick Baumgardner, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026
Arch Manning should feast on a defense that struggled against the best offenses in the Sun Belt last year.

— ABC News, ABC News, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of feast

Verb

Summer is the best time to dine out in Denver, when farm-to-table restaurants become abundant with fresh Colorado produce such as Rocky Ford melons, Olathe sweet corn and Palisade peaches.

— Beth Rankin, Denver Post, 27 July 2026
The nearest place to fetch groceries or dine out on seasonal cuisine is Mountain Village, two miles north.

— Catherine Dunwoody, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026

Definition of dine out

Verb

By Wednesday evening, the intersection of the high rise was taped off and nearby streets were glutted with flashing police vehicles as officers with long rifles and dogs streamed into and out of the building.

— Cindy Von Quednow, CNN Money, 2 Sep. 2026
Previous predictions showed the industry downturn extending through 2026 and the global plastics glut not being fully solved until 2030, Carter said.

— Jordan Blum, Fortune, 30 July 2026

Definition of glut

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