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as in dinner
a large fancy meal often accompanied by ceremony or entertainment
They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a feast at a fancy banquet hall with their closest friends and family.
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as in joy
a source of great satisfaction
the colorful Mardi Gras parade is a feast for the senses
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as in abundance
an amount or supply more than sufficient to meet one's needs
on the Internet there's a feast of information about this medical condition
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as in to delight
to give satisfaction to
feast your eyes on all the fresh flowers at the farmers' market
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Recent Examples of feast
Lauren David, Southern Living, 20 Apr. 2025
But things go awry when the Gaos unexpectedly fly out to New York for their son’s nuptials, kicking the scheme into overdrive and setting the grand wedding feast in motion.
—Justin Chang, New Yorker, 19 Apr. 2025
Catherine Baab, Quartz, 27 Apr. 2025
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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Noun
Growing them near each other can create a feast for caterpillars.
—Lauren David, Southern Living, 20 Apr. 2025
But things go awry when the Gaos unexpectedly fly out to New York for their son’s nuptials, kicking the scheme into overdrive and setting the grand wedding feast in motion.
—Justin Chang, New Yorker, 19 Apr. 2025
Verb
On Monday, investors will feast on the pizza chain’s results and get a broader look across sectors, from semis to sanitation.
—Catherine Baab, Quartz, 27 Apr. 2025
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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for feast
Noun
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Ahead of Mother's Day dinners, people often invite and take their grandmothers, grandfathers and whoever else wants to come.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
11 May 2025
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One solution: Make a dinner reservation at Sullivan’s new eatery Judith.—
Jennifer Stewart Kornegay,
Southern Living,
10 May 2025
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Women are also acutely aware that their bank accounts are going to take a hit when their little bundle of joy arrives.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
3 May 2025
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The event set the stage for a candid conversation about the real threats facing Black communities today—and why joy and resistance remain central to the path forward.—
Melissa Noel,
Essence,
3 May 2025
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But try to focus on the practical aspects that can bring this abundance to life.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 May 2025
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With the world displaying an abundance of caution, the sport stood still for clubs and countries alike.—
Jeff Rueter,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
Verb
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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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Previous videos showing young kids reacting to dads getting new haircuts, and one of a wife responding with shock to her husband shaving, have delighted the internet before.—
Jack Beresford,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 May 2025
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And two and a half centuries later, Jane’s stories continue to delight readers and inspire creators like Hornby and Langan.—
Maira Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
2 May 2025
Noun
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In December, the Beckhams were invited to join King Charles and Queen Camilla for a banquet at Buckingham Palace to mark the state visit of the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.—
Daniel Taylor,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
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Spirit of the Eagle Brad and Donna Burton have established the William Burton Spirit of the Eagle Scholarship as a memorial to honor their son William, who was killed in a 2017 car crash on his way home from a Granite Hills High School team banquet.—
John Maffei,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Mar. 2025
Noun
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This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.—
Jon Stojan,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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Bo-Berry Biscuits have been around for decades, but the chain has experimented with lots of twists on the berry treats recently.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
8 May 2025
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His predecessor, Pope Benedict XVI, chose his papal name to show his commitment to peace and reconciliation by honoring St. Benedict and Pope Benedict XV, who was head of the church during World War I, Temple said.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN Money,
4 May 2025
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In 2023, the gala honored the late designer Karl Lagerfeld, with references to his unique style and combination of black, white and leather, as well as his beloved cat Choupette.—
Renee Anderson,
CBS News,
4 May 2025
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“Feast.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/feast. Accessed 15 May. 2025.
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