greasy spoons

Definition of greasy spoonsnext
plural of greasy spoon

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for greasy spoons
cafeterias
Noun
  • Stay away from windows and do not go to large open rooms such as cafeterias, gymnasiums, or auditoriums.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 16 Mar. 2026
  • The facility is also planned to have holding areas, gyms, recreational spaces, cafeterias, a gun range, and other services.
    Dan Raby, CBS News, 16 Mar. 2026
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“Greasy spoons.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/greasy%20spoons. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.

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