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Recent Examples of luau
Gershon fondly remembered when Drysdale held a luau at the bar and encouraged her to ride a mechanical bull.
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Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 4 Feb. 2026
The post, with a photo of a beaming Rauber in front of crystal blue water, spoke of a family vacation in Maui with Rauber dancing at a luau.
—Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 26 Jan. 2026
For the quintessential Hawaiian experience, Mauna Kea Beach Hotel offers a luau twice a week (Tuesdays and Fridays).
—Taylor McIntyre, Travel + Leisure, 6 Dec. 2025
So why not plan a wedding luncheon for 270 people, or a Hawaiian luau for 20?
—Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 5 Nov. 2025
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Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 4 Feb. 2026
The post, with a photo of a beaming Rauber in front of crystal blue water, spoke of a family vacation in Maui with Rauber dancing at a luau.
—Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 26 Jan. 2026
For the quintessential Hawaiian experience, Mauna Kea Beach Hotel offers a luau twice a week (Tuesdays and Fridays).
—Taylor McIntyre, Travel + Leisure, 6 Dec. 2025
So why not plan a wedding luncheon for 270 people, or a Hawaiian luau for 20?
—Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 5 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for luau
Noun
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Like the beloved barbecue, sweet tea, and gracious hospitality the South is known for, kudzu has regrettably become part of the culture.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
20 Apr. 2026
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As Nate waits for Cassie to get her phone to delete her OnlyFans account, Juana points to every item left over from the barbecue and asks Nate if she’s supposed to save them.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
20 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The brand has also collaborated with Cometeer Coffee on a coffee roast and Airbnb on a Hollywood Hills creative retreat.—
Joseph Erbentraut,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 Apr. 2026
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Chili's made headlines with another roast earlier this year.—
Chiara Kim,
PEOPLE,
16 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The episode on Massachusetts encompasses clambakes and heroin.—
Yvonne Villarreal,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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The event features cycling, running and walking races from Boston to the Cape along with clambakes and a concert.—
Lance Reynolds,
Boston Herald,
8 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Throw it on over a swimsuit for the beach, or dress it up for an evening cookout with chunky sandals and gold hoops.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
14 Apr. 2026
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The cookout to support Hardt Family Cyclery will be on April 19th at 10255 E 25th Ave in Aurora.—
Michael Abeyta,
CBS News,
10 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Baker will participate in a fireside chat at the luncheon alongside Boston Red Sox President and CEO Sam Kennedy.—
Tim Dunn,
Boston Herald,
19 Apr. 2026
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This sweet and savory salad is perfect for Mother’s Day brunch or a luncheon, and can be made heartier with shredded chicken or whole grains.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
15 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The brunch buffet, providing has just about everything, from a breakfast station with all the staples to a pasta station featuring penne alla vodka and rigatoni pomodoro.—
USA TODAY NETWORK,
USA Today,
17 Apr. 2026
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Continue reading … MISSING MANNERS — Viral airport lounge scenes spark outrage as travelers raid buffets and kids go wild.—
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FOXNews.com,
17 Apr. 2026
Noun
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When hot, add chicken to tray and air fry until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees, 14-15 minutes.—
Gretchen McKay,
Twin Cities,
16 Apr. 2026
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That's thanks to for the culinary giant’s best-selling French fry, according to the company.—
Amanda Hancock,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Luau.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/luau. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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