as in dinner
a usually formal lunch that occurs as part of a meeting or for entertaining a guest
a company luncheon
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Recent Examples of luncheon
In the Hamptons, Naomi Watts joins several stars at the Ralph Lauren Summer luncheon.
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Escher Walcott, People.com, 2 Aug. 2025
The luncheon will convene the list members, business executives, culture leaders and more to an in-person gathering featuring connection, merriment, inspiration and intimate conversations with fellow list honorees.
—Forbes Press Releases, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025
What began as a humble luncheon in 1978 became a phenomenon with an annual attendance of around 100,000.
—Luis Melecio-Zambrano, Mercury News, 25 July 2025
The American brand hosted luncheons in its suite and dressed celebrities ranging from Andrew Garfield to Monica Barbaro and Olivia Rodrigo throughout the two weeks of the tournament.
—Hikmat Mohammed, Footwear News, 17 July 2025
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Escher Walcott, People.com, 2 Aug. 2025
The luncheon will convene the list members, business executives, culture leaders and more to an in-person gathering featuring connection, merriment, inspiration and intimate conversations with fellow list honorees.
—Forbes Press Releases, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025
What began as a humble luncheon in 1978 became a phenomenon with an annual attendance of around 100,000.
—Luis Melecio-Zambrano, Mercury News, 25 July 2025
The American brand hosted luncheons in its suite and dressed celebrities ranging from Andrew Garfield to Monica Barbaro and Olivia Rodrigo throughout the two weeks of the tournament.
—Hikmat Mohammed, Footwear News, 17 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for luncheon
Recent Examples of Synonyms for luncheon
Noun
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Planning dinner, a class party or a thoughtful email to your child’s teacher?—
Alena Conley,
USA Today,
14 Aug. 2025
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Azamara’s overnights and late stays mean unhurried exploration, local dinners off the ship, and nighttime activities in town.—
Jill Schildhouse,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Toss the ingredients onto a sheet pan and help the kids with homework while this one-dish supper is in the oven.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
7 Aug. 2025
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Afternoon tea is served in the lobby bar, and the nightly midnight supper ritual offers late-night menu selections several evenings a week.—
Lauren Mowery,
Forbes.com,
4 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Another small town in Yolo County, Woodland, is a great place to sit down to a delicious breakfast.—
Rebecca Deurlein,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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Multiple studies show that eating a healthy breakfast is associated with greater nutrient intake throughout the day and a better-quality diet.1 Additionally, eating breakfast every day is associated with a lower risk of heart disease.2 Wondering what foods are healthiest for the heart?—
Laura Schober,
Health,
12 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Drizzle remaining sauce over each serving of chicken and rice.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
4 Aug. 2025
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Eat at least five servings of fruit and vegetables each day.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
31 July 2025
Noun
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Expect a buffet, mimosas and plenty of opportunities to connect.—
Tiffani Jackson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Aug. 2025
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Governor Dan Patrick's buffet of red-meat priorities.—
Nick Mordowanec,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Aug. 2025
Noun
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While there are a few common threads among all the Shabbat clubs in this story, like lighting candles and eating meals together, there are other elements that set each group apart.—
Sophie Liza Cannon,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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This is more likely to happen if you're not used to high-fiber meals or don't drink enough water.—
Morgan Pearson,
Verywell Health,
7 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Clinton, Louisiana’s Lena Farms began cultivating it in 2012, tapping into a rising interest in hibiscus teas and other products.—
Maggie Heyn Richardson,
Southern Living,
14 Aug. 2025
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With some 460,000 members in 190 countries, the trade group gets attention from those trying to read the tea leaves on tech development.—
John Werner,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
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At home, Benjamin — whose parents call him Ben — would sit by the pantry where his family stored snacks and sob.—
Wendy Grossman Kantor,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Popcorn is a delicious, fiber-rich snack that’s both filling and satisfying.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Luncheon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/luncheon. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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