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verb

as in to regale
to entertain with a fancy meal a lobbyist who regularly junkets politicians who are friendly toward the oil industry

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Recent Examples of junket
Noun
While speaking at a recent press junket for his latest movie The Accountant 2, Affleck, 52, discussed his character Christian Wolff wanting to date, but having a bit of a tough time doing so. Becca Longmire, People.com, 14 Apr. 2025 Coolidge dropped his name at a Swedish junket for the film, and Edholm responded asking her to visit Sweden and peep all the beautiful scenery. Bethy Squires, Vulture, 7 Apr. 2025
Verb
The studio is junketing the film for international press from June 18-19, which means that most of its interviews will be banked if the talks with SAG-AFTRA falter. Matt Donnelly, Variety, 13 June 2023 See All Example Sentences for junket
Recent Examples of Synonyms for junket
Noun
  • The musical is framed as a vaudeville variety show with an experimental edge, a meta excursion in which other pop culture figures of King’s time (most of them largely forgotten) step forward to guide you through the story and the yarn grows more ripping by the scene.
    Rob Hubbard, Twin Cities, 23 May 2025
  • The new credit card will include chances to earn toward member-exclusive experiences – such as trackside access at racing events and off-the-grid EV excursions.
    Jackie Charniga, USA Today, 23 May 2025
Verb
  • The group went to dinner after the workout, where both sides remember regaling stories of Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and Kevin Durant.
    Evan Webeck, Mercury News, 5 May 2025
  • In 2019, Tom Hanks regaled Jimmy Kimmel Live with the story of how he was twice robbed as a 14-year-old vendor at Oakland A’s baseball games.
    Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 2 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • The bail may prove incredibly important as criminal proceedings could conflict with Brown's upcoming tour.
    USA Today, USA Today, 22 May 2025
  • According to the conditions of his bail, Brown will be able to head out on his Breezy Bowl tour, which marks the 20th anniversary of his career.
    Michael Nied, People.com, 21 May 2025
Verb
  • An impressive reception room and a banqueting hall add to its splendor.
    Fanny Guénon des Mesnards, Architectural Digest, 18 Jan. 2025
  • The exhibition showcases gold, silver, and bronze artifacts that reflect the Thracians’ aristocratic pursuits, including warfare, horsemanship, and banqueting.
    Denise Petski, Deadline, 13 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • Taller people might prefer nothing more than a cross-town jaunt.
    Mark Ewing, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
  • Haim will tour North America and the United Kingdom later this year, starting with a jaunt across the United States and Canada in September and October.
    Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 28 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Masterson’s work was honored four times by the Robert F. Kennedy Awards for columns and stories about the problems of the disadvantaged and underprivileged.
    Bill Bowden, Arkansas Online, 18 May 2025
  • Last year, he was honored with a trophy for a voice role in the 2023 U.K. action thriller Control by the Folkestone Independent Film Awards in addition to receiving Italy’s Nations Award for Lifetime Achievement at a special gala in the historic southern Sicilian town of Taormina.
    Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 18 May 2025
Verb
  • Why Hummingbirds Love Petunias Petunias provide everything a hummingbird looks for in a flower—bright colors, nectar, and a shape that’s easy to feed from, says Carey.
    Anne Readel, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 May 2025
  • At this time, telecommunications lines feed data from STARS in New York to the TRACON at Philadelphia International Airport, where controllers handle Newark arrivals and departures.
    Suzanne Rowan Kelleher, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
Verb
  • For fusion fare, dine at Best Friend, spotlighting Roy Choi’s inventive dishes like kimchi carbonara, Kogi short rib tacos, and out-of-this-world Medjool date cake.
    Alex Schechter, Travel + Leisure, 19 May 2025
  • Outdoor seating on Georgia Avenue, between Wood's Chapel Barbecue and How Crispy Express, is perfect for dining al fresco with a dog.
    Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 16 May 2025

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“Junket.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/junket. Accessed 29 May. 2025.

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