feasted

verb

past tense of feast
1
as in regaled
to entertain with a fancy meal the returning war heroes were feasted all over the country

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2
as in pleased
to give satisfaction to feast your eyes on all the fresh flowers at the farmers' market

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Recent Examples of feasted Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo feasted off low crosses to each score twice, punctuating this as the World Cup of cutbacks. — Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 11 July 2026 The 2023 Naperville North graduate has feasted as the leadoff hitter for Western Michigan. — Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2026 Hardaway has feasted on open shots created by Jokic and Doncic in recent years. — Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 26 June 2026 After ten years at war and ten more at sea, he is borne back to Ithaca by his gracious hosts the Phaeacians, who have feasted him and delighted in his tales. — David Denby, New Yorker, 21 June 2026 But because Towns was in position, Anunoby, Bridges and Hart each feasted by reaching-in and poking the ball free. — Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 5 June 2026 Going into Tuesday’s game, the Diamondbacks had feasted on left-handed pitching. — Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 3 June 2026 Wembanyama’s presence means the free rim runs Minnesota feasted on against Denver won’t be available in this series. — Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 2 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for feasted
  1. regaled
  2. pleased
  3. fed
  4. warmed
  5. dined
  6. delighted
  7. honored
  8. satisfied
Verb
  • The excitement continued with a visit from none other than Indiana Jones played by Choco Clotfelter, who regaled the students with tales of the railroads, travel, and the founding of the Del Mar Fair.
    — News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 May 2026
  • Now regaled to one wall, the kitchen boasts even more counter space, as well as overhead cabinetry and an adjacent eating nook.
    — Nicolas Milon, Architectural Digest, 30 May 2026
Definition of regaled
Verb
  • Jim was, however, pleased to see that Citi thinks Azure is doing well.
    — Natasha Abellard, CNBC, 15 July 2026
  • His performances at the World Cup will have pleased West Ham head coach Nuno Espirito Santo.
    — Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 2 July 2026
Definition of pleased
Verb
  • Jade Shuey, 21, one of three individuals who were arrested following the child’s discovery, said that the young boy was usually fed through the gate and occasionally went longer than a week without a bath, WGAL reported, citing an affidavit.
    — Ingrid Vasquez, PEOPLE, 15 July 2026
  • Power comes courtesy of three electric motors rated at a resounding 1,582 hp, and fed by a second-generation blade battery with a 76 kWh capacity for a best range of 254 miles.
    — Jason Barlow, Robb Report, 13 July 2026
Definition of fed
Verb
  • Sometimes, as the air warmed, a group of butterflies would alight into the air all at once, a tangerine explosion.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 July 2026
  • Earth’s surface is warmed by the Sun and gives off infrared light, which is invisible to your eyes.
    — Vahe Peroomian, The Conversation, 13 July 2026
Definition of warmed
Verb
  • One such group in the spirit of things dined in red, white and blue party hats from the kids to grandpa.
    — Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 July 2026
  • My family dined here on the evening of Friday 12th June.
    — Gina Kalsi, PEOPLE, 24 June 2026
Definition of dined
Verb
  • What were some of the announcements that delighted or amused you?
    — Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 8 July 2026
  • Video showed Quansah’s studs colliding with Gallardo’s calf and the referee issued Quansah a red card that delighted the crowd as England’s lineup was reduced to 10 men.
    — Eduard Cauich, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
Definition of delighted
Verb
  • Public trust in science Council member Liberty Capito said she's honored to be a part of the study group.
    — Leonard David, Space.com, 11 July 2026
  • In 2020, he was honored with the British Academy’s rising star award.
    — Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 10 July 2026
Definition of honored
Verb
  • The deal would not have satisfied Cuba's spiraling energy needs.
    — Romina Ruiz-Goiriena, USA Today, 6 July 2026
  • One of the daily specials, a creamy risotto accented with a bold red pepper puree and blackened shrimp, caught my eye and satisfied my cravings for something comforting.
    — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 30 June 2026
Definition of satisfied

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