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Recent Examples of lunch
Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 10 Sep. 2025
While there are quick grab-and-go options at the store, making them at home can be a budget-friendly, allergen-friendly and picky-eater-friendly way to pack the perfect lunch.
—Cody Godwin, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
Antonio Maria Delgado, Miami Herald, 7 Feb. 2025
The group lunched at Mount Ceder, watching a herd of goats frolic in the heat in their pastoral landscape that led to massive, slanted steeps in the distance.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 30 Jan. 2025
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Noun
And sure as hell, there Daniel is, having lunch with Laura, who has all but forgotten that, as the wise Lilith told her, all lies eventually come out; no matter who has told them, and no matter for what reason.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 10 Sep. 2025
While there are quick grab-and-go options at the store, making them at home can be a budget-friendly, allergen-friendly and picky-eater-friendly way to pack the perfect lunch.
—Cody Godwin, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
Verb
Facing widespread accusations of election fraud, the regime lunched an unprecedented wave of violent crackdowns that landed more than 2,000 people in prison, including opposition politicians, human rights activists and journalists.
—Antonio Maria Delgado, Miami Herald, 7 Feb. 2025
The group lunched at Mount Ceder, watching a herd of goats frolic in the heat in their pastoral landscape that led to massive, slanted steeps in the distance.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 30 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lunch
Noun
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The evening includes pre-dinner champagne, a six-person private dinner hosted by Tan and a private tour at Singapore's National Gallery, an art museum housed in two national monuments, according to Sotheby's.—
Ernestine Siu,
CNBC,
18 Sep. 2025
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The dinner sets the tone for Southbound 's heritage-rich but forward-looking feel, rooted in the flavors that define the state.—
Rai Mincey,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In one moment on the morning of the 2023 Wimbledon final, Nick Kyrgios’ dad makes his son breakfast.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN Money,
6 Sep. 2025
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Police said William managed to squeeze through the fence by himself as his parents slept, and went out to breakfast.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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In just 25 minutes—and with only six main ingredients—this pasta delivers a breezy, elegant supper that feels both simple and sophisticated.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
11 Sep. 2025
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Those looking to make some nocturnal memories will want to check out their weekend residency with NYC nightlife destination GOSPËL hosting supper-club style parties through September 6.—
Rana Good,
Forbes.com,
25 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Rodents like to snack on many bulbs, so make sure they are protected from mice.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
11 Sep. 2025
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Stop to use the restroom and have a drink or snack at the rest area.—
Kendrick Marshall,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The arrival ceremony is followed by a private luncheon, a chapel visit, and a musical performance.—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
17 Sep. 2025
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In New York, Ciara and Jessica Alba support Baby2Baby, while Mariska Hargitay and Sarah Paulson arrive at a Chanel luncheon.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
17 Sep. 2025
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King Charles and Prince Harry seem to be on the road to reconciliation, with the two recently meeting for tea during Harry’s latest trip to the UK.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
13 Sep. 2025
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Cozy sweaters, warm mugs of tea, curling up by the fireplace.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
13 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Yesterday’s Nintendo Direct was arguably one of its best in a good while, simply because of the proverbial buffet of promising games, additional content and fun amiibo figures shown to eager audiences.—
Mitch Wallace,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Several foods on the buffet line, including chicken and grilled fish, weren’t held at a safe temperature.—
Harriet Ramos,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Lunch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lunch. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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