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as in rumor
information or opinion that is widely disseminated without any authority or confirmation of accuracy
regularly watches the entertainment news program for all the Hollywood dish
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as in to gossip
to relate sometimes questionable or secret information of a personal nature
a DJ who dishes the celebrity gossip as part of the morning programming
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Recent Examples of dish
Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 7 May 2026
The sign on the building’s exterior has been replaced by a banner from fellow local Mexican brand El Semáforo, which specializes in tacos and birria dishes.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 6 May 2026
Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 27 Apr. 2026
Adding that one of his favorite morning hobbies became dishing about the cast with his wife over breakfast.
—Scott Huver, Deadline, 25 Apr. 2026
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Noun
Rodriguez got the start over Bailey on Monday and Tuesday behind the dish, then started in right field on Wednesday to keep his bat in the lineup.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 7 May 2026
The sign on the building’s exterior has been replaced by a banner from fellow local Mexican brand El Semáforo, which specializes in tacos and birria dishes.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 6 May 2026
Verb
Brunson finished with just 19 points and dished three assists to six turnovers, but the Knicks punched their most convincing win of the series.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 27 Apr. 2026
Adding that one of his favorite morning hobbies became dishing about the cast with his wife over breakfast.
—Scott Huver, Deadline, 25 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dish
Noun
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In a large bowl whisk the eggs, ketchup, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce until well combined.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 May 2026
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In the kitchen alone, there were hundreds of plates, cups, bowls, platters, glasses, pitchers, vases, and cutlery, impressively organized by type and boxed up in sets, with prices neatly marked on matching labels.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 May 2026
Noun
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Additional offerings include a T-shirt and tote bag by Michael Kors, wooden nesting dolls by Thom Browne, a silk scarf by Tory Burch, Charlotte Chesnais jewelry and Jean Paul Gaultier fragrance.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
7 May 2026
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The main space is filled with musical instruments, a Buddha statue, a Yoda doll, a skull, and glam platform boots perched atop a piano.—
Pamela Chelin,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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And now there have been rumors that Harry could be headed to Sandringham with his kids, whom the king hasn’t seen in years.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
7 May 2026
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Over the years, Beverley has claimed that Vicious and Spungen had a suicide pact, fueling rumors that the bass player had intended to kill himself.—
Nicole Briese,
PEOPLE,
6 May 2026
Verb
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The column gossiped about which journalists and pundits did not pass the new purity test.—
Gideon Lewis-Kraus,
New Yorker,
7 May 2026
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What does a gossiping coffee do?—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
2 May 2026
Noun
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With a stick, Stu drew a plate in the mud alongside the puddle.—
Chang-rae Lee,
New Yorker,
3 May 2026
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No one in the major leagues has more plate appearances without a home run in 2026.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 May 2026
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Miss Yvonne insisted on her beauty constantly, unapologetically, nonstop, even when no one asked.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
7 May 2026
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The festival is broken into two halves, with an Intermission Party in between, featuring festive food, creative opportunities, and music, offering a chance to mingle with the artists and fellow guests amid the beauty of the farm.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
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The report, which was reviewed by The Times, blamed the issue on lax oversight and confusion among officers about when they were required to turn on their cameras.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2026
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Rachel Barber Oil prices continued to fall Thursday on reports that Iranian officials are reviewing a peace framework that could help end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
Verb
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Two police officers talked a man off the top of the Gold Star Bridge security barrier during a mental health crisis on Sunday.—
Kellie Love,
Hartford Courant,
5 May 2026
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WeCount emailed letters to a number of major retailers asking to talk.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
4 May 2026
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“Dish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dish. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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