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as in to eat
to take a meal
they dined elegantly at the city's finest restaurant before taking in an opera downtown
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Recent Examples of dine
Its 48 mid-century modern guest rooms surround a tropical courtyard where guests can dine under the shade of a giant palm tree at the wine bar and bistro.
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Monica Mendal, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2025
Only four people were dining at the nearby Veggie Grill, and Wildbird restaurant was empty.
—Pat Saperstein, Variety, 13 Apr. 2025
Members also enjoy dining at exclusive restaurants.
—Michael Croley, Robb Report, 11 Apr. 2025
Cool coasters, a tote perfect for picnicking, plus melamine plates that look like the real thing
Spring is here and that means bright colors, dining al fresco and more opportunities to host.
—Ana Calderone, People.com, 10 Apr. 2025
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Monica Mendal, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2025
Only four people were dining at the nearby Veggie Grill, and Wildbird restaurant was empty.
—Pat Saperstein, Variety, 13 Apr. 2025
Members also enjoy dining at exclusive restaurants.
—Michael Croley, Robb Report, 11 Apr. 2025
Cool coasters, a tote perfect for picnicking, plus melamine plates that look like the real thing
Spring is here and that means bright colors, dining al fresco and more opportunities to host.
—Ana Calderone, People.com, 10 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for dine
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dine
Verb
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The calls came while eating lunch, while lying in bed at night.—
Max Klaver,
Miami Herald,
24 Mar. 2025
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The successful hatchings come about a year after Scout ate two of his chicks as a first-time dad, leaving the pair with no surviving eaglets from their first nesting season, McClatchy News previously reported.—
Olivia Lloyd,
Miami Herald,
24 Mar. 2025
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The president took them through the residence, showing off the Lincoln Bedroom and the Yellow Oval Room while regaling the group with historical facts, and finished the jaunt in the Oval Office.—
Reid J. Epstein,
New York Times,
12 Apr. 2025
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There will also be new characters for guests to greet and learn their lore — an eccentric monster hunter and a talented musician who regales guests with songs and tales.—
Samantha Neely,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2025
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If remote work is meant to provide balance and flexibility, companies need to honor that by reconsidering when cameras are required and how much notice is given for video meetings.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Across history, grief has long been honored as a sacred rite of passage.—
Devi Brown,
Time,
24 Apr. 2025
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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
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The price would include moving the military vehicles, equipment, aircraft and troops from across the country to Washington, D.C., and the need to feed and house thousands of service members.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
2 May 2025
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This Cinnamon Roll Casserole uses refrigerated dough, ideal for meal prepping, and is an easy way to feed a group.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 May 2025
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Meanwhile, more seals have been feasting more on small fish — leading to a decline in small fish across the region.—
Rick Sobey,
Boston Herald,
27 Apr. 2025
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But predators feasting on the world’s most vulnerable people doesn’t really make for an entertaining movie.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
25 Apr. 2025
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“Dine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dine. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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