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Definition of lunchesnext
plural of lunch

lunches

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verb

present tense third-person singular of lunch

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of lunches
Noun
Those types of lunches were later served on lunch wagons and, finally, in restaurants like Ono Hawaiian BBQ. Jake Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lunches
Noun
  • Truth be told, these dinners stand alone as delicious, but are that much better with a side of adventure.
    Shauna Farnell, Denver Post, 29 Jan. 2026
  • Its sleek vegan leather design looks polished enough for sightseeing days and casual dinners alike.
    Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 29 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Whether commuting for work or running errands, Dana is a carryall with ample space for essentials (think phone, keys, wallet, and sunglasses), along with a 13-inch laptop, water bottle, makeup, portable charger, lightweight jacket, snacks, and a notebook.
    Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Jan. 2026
  • The main compartment is spacious enough for essentials like chargers, money, my phone, and of course, snacks.
    Annita Katee, Travel + Leisure, 8 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Those staying in luxury camps enjoy exclusive access to the Dining Pavilion, where a private chef crafts gourmet breakfasts and family-style dinners, complete with campfire s’mores and personalized service from a dedicated Camp Butler.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Jan. 2026
  • Among customers saying their goodbyes was Charlane Glover, who shared countless Sunday morning breakfasts with her husband there before his death.
    Suhauna Hussain, Los Angeles Times, 21 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Somebody does something terrible and messes it up.
    Giana Levy, Variety, 31 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • 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
Verb
  • This group typically boards the aircraft last.
    Elizabeth Rhodes, Travel + Leisure, 19 Jan. 2026
  • Because if the current streak issues continue, Minnesota could start to run away with second place in the division before anyone even boards a plane to Milan.
    Lia Assimakopoulos, Dallas Morning News, 18 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • In subgroup analyses, the researchers did not find a causal relationship between bone density and specific teas, including green and herbal tea.
    Lauren Manaker MS, Verywell Health, 10 Oct. 2025
  • The grand afternoon teas at this venerable property change themes throughout the year, from a cherry blossom tea welcoming spring to a festive gathering around Lunar New Year.
    Carolyn Heller, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • The base fare for many ships also includes numerous dining venues with frequently changing menus, from casual buffets to a more formal sit-down meal.
    Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 28 Jan. 2026
  • The Nordic – Charlestown, Rhode Island What began as a family-run vacation retreat in the 1960s has evolved into one of America’s most talked-about luxury buffets.
    Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 10 Jan. 2026

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“Lunches.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lunches. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.

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