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as in boards
to provide food or meals for
a charity dedicated to feeding the hungry
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2
as in provides
to put (something) into the possession of someone for use or consumption
all week long colleagues have been feeding me ideas for a magazine article
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3
as in eats
to take a meal
an all-you-can-eat buffet where families can feed heartily and fairly inexpensively
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as in dinners
a large fancy meal often accompanied by ceremony or entertainment
the company barbecue was an elaborate feed that was enlivened by country music and dancing
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as in meals
food eaten or prepared for eating at one time
after soccer practice we were all ready for a hot shower and a satisfying feed
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Recent Examples of feeds
Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
At this point in the gameplay, Phaedra has been infected by a Celestial virus, which has left her blind, but her roaming drone still feeds her environmental data.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 6 May 2026
American Heritage’s John McClain, a Long Island native, built a Florida Select Lacrosse travel team program that feeds his high school team and is a pipeline for college recruiters.
—Buddy Collings, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 May 2026
This watershed feeds the region’s carpet mills, which use vast amounts of water, especially in the dyeing process.
—Dylan Jackson, ABC News, 6 May 2026
The same signals and planning that feeds the ecosystem would be impossible to replicate it in a wholesale model, and our whole margin structure is not designed for that.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 4 May 2026
This bean is high in fiber, which feeds your gut microbiome and promotes smooth bowel movements, supporting both gut and heart health.
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 1 May 2026
Skip the individual servings for a stunning cake that feeds a crowd.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 1 May 2026
The app takes data feeds from 3D digital microscopes and other equipment in the operating room and sends it directly to the Vision Pro.
—Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 30 Apr. 2026
Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 4 May 2026
With just a few hours to go before the Met Gala 2026 takes over your feeds, brush up with our guide to all the details.
—Vanity Fair, 4 May 2026
But, as even these familiar points probably suggest, there simply may not be much insight left to wring from an event that has been processed countless times—in novels and newspapers, on the nightly news and in the endless scroll of social media feeds.
—Literary Hub, 1 May 2026
There are whole rotisserie chickens, four different pastas, bone broth, pizza, and all the salads, bowls, and rolls flooding social media feeds.
—Kate Kassin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 Apr. 2026
In a year when the flashy weddings of celebrity couples like Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez, and Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker, filled social media feeds, the ceremony Kiara planned caught people’s attention.
—Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
Viewers can watch up to four live feeds at once during practices, qualifying and races via multi-view displays.
—ABC News, 30 Apr. 2026
Instead of relying only on camera feeds, operators will see a detailed spatial model.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 29 Apr. 2026
Twitch is a livestreaming service primarily used by gamers to broadcast their game-play feeds.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Apr. 2026
Verb
From the textures of Old San Juan’s architecture to the rhythm of everyday life in its streets, the city constantly feeds my imagination.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
At this point in the gameplay, Phaedra has been infected by a Celestial virus, which has left her blind, but her roaming drone still feeds her environmental data.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 6 May 2026
American Heritage’s John McClain, a Long Island native, built a Florida Select Lacrosse travel team program that feeds his high school team and is a pipeline for college recruiters.
—Buddy Collings, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 May 2026
This watershed feeds the region’s carpet mills, which use vast amounts of water, especially in the dyeing process.
—Dylan Jackson, ABC News, 6 May 2026
The same signals and planning that feeds the ecosystem would be impossible to replicate it in a wholesale model, and our whole margin structure is not designed for that.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 4 May 2026
This bean is high in fiber, which feeds your gut microbiome and promotes smooth bowel movements, supporting both gut and heart health.
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 1 May 2026
Skip the individual servings for a stunning cake that feeds a crowd.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 1 May 2026
The app takes data feeds from 3D digital microscopes and other equipment in the operating room and sends it directly to the Vision Pro.
—Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 30 Apr. 2026
Noun
While the Eta Aquarids are best seen from the Southern Hemisphere, these live feeds give you a front-row seat no matter your location.
—Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 4 May 2026
With just a few hours to go before the Met Gala 2026 takes over your feeds, brush up with our guide to all the details.
—Vanity Fair, 4 May 2026
But, as even these familiar points probably suggest, there simply may not be much insight left to wring from an event that has been processed countless times—in novels and newspapers, on the nightly news and in the endless scroll of social media feeds.
—Literary Hub, 1 May 2026
There are whole rotisserie chickens, four different pastas, bone broth, pizza, and all the salads, bowls, and rolls flooding social media feeds.
—Kate Kassin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 Apr. 2026
In a year when the flashy weddings of celebrity couples like Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez, and Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker, filled social media feeds, the ceremony Kiara planned caught people’s attention.
—Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
Viewers can watch up to four live feeds at once during practices, qualifying and races via multi-view displays.
—ABC News, 30 Apr. 2026
Instead of relying only on camera feeds, operators will see a detailed spatial model.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 29 Apr. 2026
Twitch is a livestreaming service primarily used by gamers to broadcast their game-play feeds.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for feeds
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Continue reading … ‘ZERO TOLERANCE’ — CBP boards eight cruise ships, arrests 28 in child exploitation ring case that included Disney.—
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FOXNews.com,
8 May 2026
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Iván de los Ángeles Arias, a 44-year-old boat pilot, often boards the boat for a five-minute ride across the Bay of Havana, keeping his car at home for emergency use only.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Set on a nearly 1-acre hillside lot at the end of a private road, the property provides ample parking for five cars.—
Sandra Barrera,
Daily News,
9 May 2026
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Don Theisen, a Forest Lake resident and former Washington County Public Works director who now provides consulting services, will report on various delivery methods, such as design-bid-build, construction-manager adviser, or construction-manager at risk.—
Mary Divine,
Twin Cities,
9 May 2026
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And today the district, which is in charge of the lake’s restoration, regularly harvests thousands of pounds of gizzard shad, a bottom-feeding junk fish that stirs up and eats nutrients on the lake floor.—
Stephen Hudak,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 May 2026
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Every time Forrest eats, his small intestine breaks down the resulting slurry of kibble into glucose and other compounds.—
Ross Andersen,
The Atlantic,
2 May 2026
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According to workers at the North Main Street restaurant, the new Camp Bowie Boulevard kiosk will sell carryout dinners, enchiladas and maybe more menu items, along with drinks.—
Bud Kennedy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 May 2026
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And then there’s a whole lot of fashion, dinners, and parties.—
Nate Freeman,
Vanity Fair,
5 May 2026
Noun
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The best meals at Hawkers Asian Street Food are enjoyed with friends at a full table, with copious plates–among the options are pork belly baos, roti canai, chili crisp wontons, and chicken dumplings–to share.—
Terry Ward,
Travel + Leisure,
9 May 2026
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Enjoy three meals a day at the lodge, including candlelight dinners, and a pianist in the cozy dining room.—
Jess Hoffert,
Midwest Living,
9 May 2026
Verb
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The hotel caters to families particularly well, with seven family suites, connecting rooms, and kid-friendly activities like a pizza-making class or a painting lesson in plein air.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 May 2026
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The venue caters to fans of deep cuts, funk and soul, offering a space where music is as central as the drinks.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
1 May 2026
Verb
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January 20 – February 18 Pulling back slightly gives you a clearer read on everything today.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
5 May 2026
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Buxton knows the plan — a fighting retreat that saves ownership money but still gives the team the chance to regroup and compete for a division title with strong starting pitching and an aggressive, small-ball approach from a young, athletic lineup.—
John Shipley,
Twin Cities,
4 May 2026
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While the women of the British royal family, including Queen Camilla and Kate Middleton, are known to break out their tiaras for state banquets, the royal headpieces don't always make an appearance at such events.—
Stephanie Petit,
PEOPLE,
28 Apr. 2026
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During the 1960s and 1970s, Chicago reunited with beloved space pioneers by welcoming the astronauts home with grand parades, celebratory banquets and even question and answer sessions with local students.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
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