collation

noun

Definition of collationnext
as in tea

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Recent Examples of collation Because of that, the IR team can then be liberated from data collation and can shift its focus entirely to strategic analysis, personalized investor engagement and robust crisis preparedness. — Michelle Wu, Forbes.com, 3 Feb. 2026 At the same time, many companies still operate using a patchwork of small group expertise, spreadsheets, and fragmented databases requiring manual collation. — Kriti Sharma, Fortune, 15 Jan. 2026 The solution plugs into manufacturers’ existing systems to automate collection and collation of the quality, compliance and governance data required to secure certifications and regulatory approvals. — David Prosser, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025 The version of the law that passed Thursday — with support from the outgoing collation government of the SPD, Greens and FDP parties — had been watered down from the original version proposed by German culture minister Claudia Roth. — Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019 See All Example Sentences for collation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for collation
  1. tea
  2. breakfast
  3. dinner
  4. supper
  5. buffet
  6. lunch
  7. smorgasbord
  8. luncheon
Noun
  • And may the extra hour afforded by the time change encourage all of us to curl up under a blanket with some tea, and replace our doomscrolling with reading.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Ember Mug 3 Smart Heated Coffee Mug The coffee or tea drinker in your life will love this heated mug that keeps beverages at the perfect temperature.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of tea
Noun
  • An extensive breakfast buffet is served in SINEDIE alongside a la carte options such as eggs royale.
    — Jaymi McCann, TheWeek, 3 Nov. 2026
  • Arugula is a leafy green that can be incorporated into a variety of dishes from breakfast and lunch to dinner.
    — Molly Allen, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of breakfast
Noun
  • As evening approaches, guests can enjoy dinner in one of the train's two restaurant cars, Étoile du Nord and L'Oriental, before heading to the famous Bar Car 3674 for cocktails and live piano music.
    — Alessia Armenise, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Nov. 2026
  • For anyone who spends long days traveling or regularly finds their battery running low before dinner, Apple's early results are encouraging.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of dinner
Noun
  • The traditional Christmas Eve supper, known as Wigilia, begins when the first star appears in the sky, with families gathering around the Christmas table for a feast that traditionally includes 12 meatless dishes.
    — Olivia Morelli, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Nov. 2026
  • Chicken and Kielbasa Winter Stew This hearty supper soup takes just an hour to make.
    — Hannah Agran, Midwest Living, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of supper
Noun
  • Skipping the Handwashing Station Those handwashing stations located near cruise ship buffets aren’t decorative.
    — Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Supporters had filtered into a ballroom at the Westin Galleria Dallas hotel, adorned with Texas and American flags, plus a bar and a buffet.
    — Emily Holshouser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of buffet
Noun
  • Four of the fights occurred simultaneously during lunch, while another happened later in the day, according to Modesto City Schools officials.
    — Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 3 Nov. 2026
  • Political reporters could sleep late, have a long lunch, even catch a movie.
    — Ben Smith, semafor.com, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of lunch
Noun
  • Israelis voting on Tuesday will encounter a smorgasbord of ballot slips printed with the initials and names of no less than 36 parties in the election.
    — Lia Lapidot Aaron Boxerman and Lia Lapidot, New York Times, 27 Oct. 2026
  • With a smorgasbord of channels, meanwhile, there will always be fine-tuning and rebrands.
    — Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of smorgasbord
Noun
  • Returning as a sponsor, AEG Presents will host this year’s luncheon, bringing artists, executives and industry leaders together for an afternoon of conversation and networking.
    — Laura Mccranie, Billboard, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Beary was in Long Beach on Wednesday for the Southern Section girls’ flag football championship luncheon.
    — Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of luncheon

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