lunch counters

Definition of lunch countersnext
plural of lunch counter

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for lunch counters
Noun
  • Katy Kindred — who with her husband Joe runs acclaimed restaurants like Kindred in Davidson and Albertine in uptown — offered a similar assessment.
    Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 24 Mar. 2026
  • Four Fort Worth restaurants were temporarily closed, and roaches were found at others during the latest round of city health inspections, according to the inspection reports.
    Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • According to documents shared with the city, the warehouse will include holding areas, gyms and recreational spaces, courtroom facilities, intake areas, cafeterias, laundry facilities, on-site health services and a gun range.
    Lautaro Grinspan, AJC.com, 18 Mar. 2026
  • Steer clear of windows and avoid seeking refuge in large open areas such as cafeterias, gymnasiums, or auditoriums.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 16 Mar. 2026
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“Lunch counters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lunch%20counters. Accessed 26 Mar. 2026.

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