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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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That spot closed after a couple of years, but Rodriguez never stopped thinking about barbecue.—
Connie Ogle
April 7,
Miami Herald,
7 Apr. 2026
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Outdoors, the backyard holds an infinity pool and spa, along with a barbecue pavilion, and out front, a subterranean garage with lifts can accommodate up to 20 cars.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
6 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The chuck roast is seasoned and seared before marinating in the slow cooker on low for 8 to 10 hours with beef stock, seasonings, and most importantly, pepperoncini.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
4 Apr. 2026
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The potato stacks pair beautifully with roast beef, steak, chicken, or sautéed fish.—
Victoria Spencer,
Martha Stewart,
3 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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Stay dry and away from the sun at the next cookout or beach day with this pop-up canopy tent.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
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Whether the invite is for afternoon tea, a cookout, a cocktail party, or a graduation, a good floral dress will always ace the dress code.—
Kelsey Stiegman,
Glamour,
25 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The 64-year-old actor will be honored at a luncheon hosted by Virgin Hotels Dallas on April 24.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 Apr. 2026
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The luncheon supports the Celebrating Maya Scholarships and Emerging Poetry Awards.—
Eric E. Harrison,
Arkansas Online,
4 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The full buffet costs $55 per person and $25 for children 12 and under.—
Kaycee Sloan,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
1 Apr. 2026
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Cicis Pizza is offering two limited-time buffet deals during the month of April.—
Marina Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
1 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Sadly, the fry wasn’t that crispy, and the cheese sauce wasn’t really worth anything.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
31 Mar. 2026
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The panko is fresh, staff fry at two different temperatures, and the oil is a secret house blend.—
Stephanie Breijo,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Mar. 2026
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“Luau.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/luau. Accessed 10 Apr. 2026.
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