1
as in eating
to take a meal
they dined elegantly at the city's finest restaurant before taking in an opera downtown
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2
as in feeding
to entertain with a fancy meal
the advertising agency lavishly wines and dines prospective clients
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Recent Examples of dining
And their donors and boosters would no longer be eligible to receive tax deductions for gifting money to a program, just like a regular customer at a restaurant doesn’t receive a tax break for regularly dining there.
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Andrew Urbaczewski, The Conversation, 2 Apr. 2026
Noisy Cricket is the open-air terrace restaurant at the golf club’s center, offering fine-dining farm-to-fork meals using ingredients from the resort’s homegrown patches of vegetables, fruits, and herbs.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Apr. 2026
The announcement comes at a moment when calls for reform at fine-dining institutions and the awards bestowed on them have become a flashpoint.
—Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 26 Mar. 2026
Here is some of the latest in dining news from across San Diego County, as well as some upcoming events for foodies.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
The new space was previously Maiden, a fine-dining vegan restaurant, that closed in the summer of 2025.
—Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Mar. 2026
Nobu’s Umi Uma and Beefbar are dining highlights, and initial itineraries sail Italy, Greece, the Balkans and Croatia.
—Elycia Rubin, HollywoodReporter, 24 Mar. 2026
Updates retained elements of the traditional layout—ample formal living and dining rooms with fireplaces opening off of the foyer—while opening up the overall flow.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 23 Mar. 2026
Inside, Cowtan & Tout’s romantic Rutland wallpaper is paired with vintage Lucite dining chairs from Chairish, which add a 1970s touch.
—Amy Bradford, Architectural Digest, 21 Mar. 2026
Andrew Urbaczewski, The Conversation, 2 Apr. 2026
Noisy Cricket is the open-air terrace restaurant at the golf club’s center, offering fine-dining farm-to-fork meals using ingredients from the resort’s homegrown patches of vegetables, fruits, and herbs.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Apr. 2026
The announcement comes at a moment when calls for reform at fine-dining institutions and the awards bestowed on them have become a flashpoint.
—Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 26 Mar. 2026
Here is some of the latest in dining news from across San Diego County, as well as some upcoming events for foodies.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
The new space was previously Maiden, a fine-dining vegan restaurant, that closed in the summer of 2025.
—Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Mar. 2026
Nobu’s Umi Uma and Beefbar are dining highlights, and initial itineraries sail Italy, Greece, the Balkans and Croatia.
—Elycia Rubin, HollywoodReporter, 24 Mar. 2026
Updates retained elements of the traditional layout—ample formal living and dining rooms with fireplaces opening off of the foyer—while opening up the overall flow.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 23 Mar. 2026
Inside, Cowtan & Tout’s romantic Rutland wallpaper is paired with vintage Lucite dining chairs from Chairish, which add a 1970s touch.
—Amy Bradford, Architectural Digest, 21 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dining
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Hennessy said that eating too much of any nutrient risks causing unwanted side effects.—
Rich Bellis,
NBC news,
11 Apr. 2026
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That means intentional slow breathing, a hot bath, staying hydrated, and eating balanced meals.—
Maggie Ryan,
Flow Space,
10 Apr. 2026
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After that, they’re called thornbacks, a thornback being a bottom-feeding skatelike fish with sharp spikes running along its spine.—
David Sedaris,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
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Emmline Toussaint, main coordinator of Mary’s Meals’ BND school-feeding program in Haiti, said that gas stations in some regions are selling fuel 25% to 30% higher than even what the government stipulated because of gang violence and difficulties with trucks trying to access certain areas.—
Evens Sanon,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Tony drove us around one afternoon, regaling us with stories about Fogo’s history.—
Akash Kapur,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Apr. 2026
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Robbie is at her finest when regaling Charli XCX or Jessie Ware and her mom about her clubbing days.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
12 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Within about a month, a lineage of Oceanospirillales microbes proliferated, feasting on cyclohexane.—
Jeffrey Marlow,
New Yorker,
5 Apr. 2026
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Most travelers base themselves in either Giglio Porto or Campese, both on the water, and pass their days swimming, sunning, napping, and feasting on fresh seafood at outdoor restaurants.—
Elizabeth Heath,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Mar. 2026
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Through a blend of archival recordings and contemporary interviews, the series illustrates how the church became a sanctuary for its community, honoring both their faith and queerness while fostering joy and connection during a time of profound grief.—
Patrick Hipes,
Deadline,
7 Apr. 2026
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This spring, the Postal Service is honoring history by issuing stamps that celebrate those who helped forge this nation.—
Readers Speak,
Hartford Courant,
7 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Certain business ideas, such as freelance writing, are much more conducive to being done from home than a wedding catering business.—
Metro Creative Services,
Boston Herald,
6 Apr. 2026
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Artfarm, the Wirths’ hospitality and development company, also owns the nearby Invercauld Arms hotel, which will be turned into a collection of self-catering apartments and a wellness center.—
Jen Murphy,
Robb Report,
4 Apr. 2026
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“Dining.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dining. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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