as in restaurants
a public establishment where meals are served to paying customers for consumption on the premises
we usually go to lunch at an eatery that is just around the corner from the office
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Recent Examples of eateries
However, the region has a bounty of new eateries to look forward to in 2026.
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Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 7 Jan. 2026
The Settlement is home to little more than a few island-style rental properties, tiny stores for provisions, and local eateries, meaning most travelers will just be passing through.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 7 Jan. 2026
While Chick-fil-A’s growth is slowing, its sales are still rising even as the broader restaurant industry struggles with more budget-conscious consumers who are eating out less often and spending less, leading to shrinking traffic to eateries.
—Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 5 Jan. 2026
The enormous tuna was taken to Sushizanmai's headquarters, then sliced up and distributed to its eateries nationwide, the Reuters news agency reports.
—CBS News, 5 Jan. 2026
In addition to this, fast-food restaurants, coffee shops and other specialized eateries also experienced a drop of about 8%.
—New Atlas, 1 Jan. 2026
Locations range from food trucks and market stalls to unassuming strip mall eateries across the Nashville area.
—Mackensy Lunsford, Nashville Tennessean, 31 Dec. 2025
As of late December, the Power Inn Road and original Arden Way eateries were listed as open on its website.
—Sacbee.com, 30 Dec. 2025
Michelin Guide officials announced selections for the new American South version of the little red book on Monday, with several Charlotte eateries highlighted among the region’s best restaurants.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 4 Nov. 2025
Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 7 Jan. 2026
The Settlement is home to little more than a few island-style rental properties, tiny stores for provisions, and local eateries, meaning most travelers will just be passing through.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 7 Jan. 2026
While Chick-fil-A’s growth is slowing, its sales are still rising even as the broader restaurant industry struggles with more budget-conscious consumers who are eating out less often and spending less, leading to shrinking traffic to eateries.
—Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 5 Jan. 2026
The enormous tuna was taken to Sushizanmai's headquarters, then sliced up and distributed to its eateries nationwide, the Reuters news agency reports.
—CBS News, 5 Jan. 2026
In addition to this, fast-food restaurants, coffee shops and other specialized eateries also experienced a drop of about 8%.
—New Atlas, 1 Jan. 2026
Locations range from food trucks and market stalls to unassuming strip mall eateries across the Nashville area.
—Mackensy Lunsford, Nashville Tennessean, 31 Dec. 2025
As of late December, the Power Inn Road and original Arden Way eateries were listed as open on its website.
—Sacbee.com, 30 Dec. 2025
Michelin Guide officials announced selections for the new American South version of the little red book on Monday, with several Charlotte eateries highlighted among the region’s best restaurants.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 4 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eateries
Noun
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More than 70,000 fans are expected in the area between Thursday and Friday, according to event organizers, and that surge has restaurants and bars preparing for long lines, packed tables, and a major boost in revenue.—
Leondra Head,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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What began as a few socially distanced pop-up events quickly evolved into a local weekend staple, appearing at farmers markets, festivals, restaurants and other retail venues.—
Susan Stapleton,
Des Moines Register,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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On Wednesday, McDonald’s said traffic among lower-income diners across the fast-food sector fell by nearly 10% during the most recent quarter, even as the company reported sales growth that topped Wall Street estimates.—
Rob Wile,
NBC news,
6 Nov. 2025
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Cava reported a disappointing quarter late yesterday as casual diners tighten their belts and visit restaurants less frequently.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Eateries.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eateries. Accessed 9 Jan. 2026.
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