luaus

Definition of luausnext
plural of luau

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for luaus
Noun
  • Some controversial jokes by lesser, edgy comedians fell flat but Jeff Ross, the master of roasts, held the tempo together and kept the roast moving forward.
    Malina Saval, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2026
  • Other roasts include aged sirloin of beef, British half roast chicken and a walnut roast, all with full trimmings.
    Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • Nantucket’s town/county government is still scheduled to hold its Independence Day festivities, with a fireworks display capping off the day-long celebration.
    Lance Reynolds, Boston Herald, 30 May 2026
  • The city has added another option, likely aimed at local attendees who would like to drive and park during the soccer celebration festivities.
    PJ Green, Kansas City Star, 29 May 2026
Noun
  • Pack these pants as a practical option for long flights, buffets, and full sightseeing days.
    Aashna Gheewalla, PEOPLE, 30 May 2026
  • Breakfast is taken in the same restaurant, curated by Ducasse himself, and is entirely a la carte (no buffets here), with pain au chocolats made with cocoa from Ducasse’s own chocolatier in Paris.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 May 2026
Noun
  • Another frequent dish at Southern luncheons and showers, cucumber tea sandwiches are fresh, crisp, and accented with a healthy dollop of mayonnaise, of course.
    Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 10 May 2026
  • Anaheim Hills Women’s Club is a social organization that hosts monthly luncheons, which are open to all women interested in fun and friendships.
    Sharon Hlapcich, Oc Register, 30 Apr. 2026
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“Luaus.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/luaus. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.

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