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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 luncheons
Anaheim Hills Women’s Club is a social organization that hosts monthly luncheons, which are open to all women interested in fun and friendships.
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Sharon Hlapcich, Oc Register, 30 Apr. 2026
From ladies luncheons to wedding and baby showers, guests will love this soft pink drink.
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 29 Apr. 2026
Senators meet for weekly caucus luncheons.
—Cate Martel, The Hill, 14 Apr. 2026
Mandelman, the president of the board, had the busiest social calendar of all his colleagues for the second year running, accepting tickets to nearly 20 parties, galas, awards ceremonies and luncheons.
—Alyce McFadden, San Francisco Chronicle, 2 Apr. 2026
Members are treated to monthly luncheons with entertainment, programs and educational speakers.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Mar. 2026
Quarterly luncheons with municipal leaders have worked in the past and would be helpful in the future.
—Charlotte Observer, 14 Feb. 2026
Mom often baked for funeral luncheons, grabbed many tags from the giving tree and donated to Saint Jude’s, Smile Train and worthy causes.
—Natalie Davies, Freep.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Equally iconic were its galas and benefit luncheons— events as memorable as the department store itself.
—Tonya Blazio-Licorish, Footwear News, 16 Jan. 2026
Sharon Hlapcich, Oc Register, 30 Apr. 2026
From ladies luncheons to wedding and baby showers, guests will love this soft pink drink.
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 29 Apr. 2026
Senators meet for weekly caucus luncheons.
—Cate Martel, The Hill, 14 Apr. 2026
Mandelman, the president of the board, had the busiest social calendar of all his colleagues for the second year running, accepting tickets to nearly 20 parties, galas, awards ceremonies and luncheons.
—Alyce McFadden, San Francisco Chronicle, 2 Apr. 2026
Members are treated to monthly luncheons with entertainment, programs and educational speakers.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Mar. 2026
Quarterly luncheons with municipal leaders have worked in the past and would be helpful in the future.
—Charlotte Observer, 14 Feb. 2026
Mom often baked for funeral luncheons, grabbed many tags from the giving tree and donated to Saint Jude’s, Smile Train and worthy causes.
—Natalie Davies, Freep.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Equally iconic were its galas and benefit luncheons— events as memorable as the department store itself.
—Tonya Blazio-Licorish, Footwear News, 16 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for luncheons
Noun
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According to workers at the North Main Street restaurant, the new Camp Bowie Boulevard kiosk will sell carryout dinners, enchiladas and maybe more menu items, along with drinks.—
Bud Kennedy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 May 2026
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And then there’s a whole lot of fashion, dinners, and parties.—
Nate Freeman,
Vanity Fair,
5 May 2026
Noun
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The menu features craft cocktails, beer, wine, and a handful of light bites—Lili’s Martini, a lychee-and-lemon take on the classic cocktail, is the standout drink.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 May 2026
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In rare cases, it can be spread through rodent bites or scratches, according to the CDC.—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
11 May 2026
Noun
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The villa delivers highly personalized service, such as toddler essentials, lavish breakfasts, and unlimited Leclerc Briant Champagne sourced from nearby vineyards.—
Maya Kachroo-Levine,
Travel + Leisure,
8 May 2026
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Situated along a mile-long stretch of the crystal-clear, spring-fed Black River, the lodge features cozy log cabins, delicious breakfasts and dinners, and ample opportunity to enjoy the river with kayaking or float trips.—
Erika Ebsworth-Goold,
Midwest Living,
6 May 2026
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But in 2019, the group started to tighten the energy efficiency standard in gulps.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
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Iraqis breathed a few gulps of freedom before secular warfare between Sunni and Shia militias began tearing the country apart.—
Nolan Finley,
Twin Cities,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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For beer, that generally means one to two 12-ounce servings a day for men and one 12-ounce serving a day for women.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
5 Feb. 2026
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Restaurant portions and even homemade servings can often triple a standard serving without realizing it.—
Verywell Health,
Verywell Health,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The best meals at Hawkers Asian Street Food are enjoyed with friends at a full table, with copious plates–among the options are pork belly baos, roti canai, chili crisp wontons, and chicken dumplings–to share.—
Terry Ward,
Travel + Leisure,
9 May 2026
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Enjoy three meals a day at the lodge, including candlelight dinners, and a pianist in the cozy dining room.—
Jess Hoffert,
Midwest Living,
9 May 2026
Noun
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Pick up supplies at the nearby campground store, which also carries snacks and ice.—
Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
10 May 2026
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Each additional piece of luggage incurred a separate cost, as did snacks, as did legroom.—
Doreen St. Félix,
New Yorker,
9 May 2026
Noun
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Whiskey Pete’s offered a quick and affordable 24-hour IHOP, in comparison to Vegas’ pricier buffets, and Californians and Nevadans visited Primm Valley’s 100-store outlet mall, supported by shoppers who were brought by bus to the mall for free.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2026
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Luckily, there are plenty of options to enjoy with the mother figure in your life, from elaborate buffets to playful afternoon teas to family-friendly celebrations where the little ones have their own menus.—
Samantha Nelson,
Chicago Tribune,
4 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Luncheons.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/luncheons. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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