junketed

Definition of junketednext
past tense of junket
as in honored
to entertain with a fancy meal a lobbyist who regularly junkets politicians who are friendly toward the oil industry

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  • Bulochnikov-Paul, who serves as executive vp of communications at Disney Entertainment Television, was honored with the Medal of Hope at the event, in recognition of her battle with multiple sclerosis.
    Kirsten Chuba, HollywoodReporter, 6 June 2026
  • For 35 years, Deerfield Beach and BSO honored their contracts.
    Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 6 June 2026
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  • Larimer County officials said the ditch runs behind homes and is fed by the Cache la Poudre River.
    Dillon Thomas, CBS News, 4 June 2026
  • Much of the freak-out was fed by polls supposedly showing Republicans Steve Hilton and Chad Bianco atop the field.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2026
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  • 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
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  • Visible from outer space, it is recognized as the largest living structure on Earth.
    Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
  • One of Powell's relatives recognized him from screenshots of the surveillance video and turned him in.
    Todd Feurer, CBS News, 6 June 2026
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“Junketed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/junketed. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.

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