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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
  • The final contemporary French dinners may have already been served, as the website was no longer accepting reservations as of midday Thursday.
    Linda Zavoral, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2026
  • The Charter Club Wide-leg 100 Percent Linen Pants, currently 50 percent off, offer that crisp, breathable feel that works for everything from coastal walks to casual dinners.
    Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • The mini bar is stocked with complimentary non-alcoholic drinks, beers, ciders, wines, and snacks.
    Karla Walsh, Travel + Leisure, 19 Apr. 2026
  • The second-story Waterfront Sunset Bar & Grill offers steamers and delicious snacks, tacos, and sandwiches.
    Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • The Lounge remains a favorite for leisurely breakfasts and afternoon tea.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Apr. 2026
  • These freeze well to use later for breakfasts, lunches, and apps.
    Josh Miller, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • This rug can stand up to all your pets’ messes with its durable fibers that are easy to spot-clean.
    Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2026
  • The latter may be tied to iron deficiency from irregular periods, plus the drop in estrogen, which messes with the dopamine activity that regulates muscle control.
    Erica Sloan, SELF, 24 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • 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
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
  • The two fruit teas are the sunrise tea — strawberry fruit tea with orange juice on top — and the sunset tea — a mango fruit tea with a butterfly pea flower on top.
    Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 9 Apr. 2026
  • Te Amo Cafe sells customizable milk teas, coffee, matcha, lemonades, brew tea, fruit tea and more with the ability to add toppings like brown sugar boba and crystal boba.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 7 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Continue reading … MISSING MANNERS — Viral airport lounge scenes spark outrage as travelers raid buffets and kids go wild.
    , FOXNews.com, 17 Apr. 2026
  • Daytime meals are buffets; this restaurant really shines come lunchtime.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Apr. 2026

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“Lunches.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lunches. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.

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