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food eaten or prepared for eating at one time
all she wants to do is sit quietly after the large Thanksgiving meal
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Recent Examples of meal
Whatever the official motivation -- and despite the fact the city still subsidizes dances, films, hot meal delivery and free medicine -- some retirees see such actions as direct attacks.
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Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 27 Feb. 2026
Another Irish classic, corned beef, makes a great weeknight meal.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 27 Feb. 2026
The eatery, known for its sushi, egg rolls and bulgogi bowls, will serve its last meals on Sunday, March 8.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 27 Feb. 2026
The possibilities for a memorable and satisfying dessert to end your meal are endless here.
—Joseph Erbentraut, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Feb. 2026
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Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 27 Feb. 2026
Another Irish classic, corned beef, makes a great weeknight meal.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 27 Feb. 2026
The eatery, known for its sushi, egg rolls and bulgogi bowls, will serve its last meals on Sunday, March 8.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 27 Feb. 2026
The possibilities for a memorable and satisfying dessert to end your meal are endless here.
—Joseph Erbentraut, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for meal
Noun
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The pool is a clear perk during summer stays, and Nine Zero One’s menu has some kid-friendly options.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Mar. 2026
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Many dishes are inspired by his TV appearances, and some are later adapted for the restaurant’s menu.—
Eva Remijan-Toba,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Staff helped with bags as needed, called for taxis promptly, and always welcomed us back with a friendly smile upon returning from dinner or other outings.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Feb. 2026
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Minimal, low-profile, and finished with a subtle platform sole, these Pumas are the sneakers that go from museum-hopping to dinner reservations without missing a beat.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Day trips run easily to Norman Island for lunch at Pirate's Bight, the Baths at Virgin Gorda, or the Soggy Dollar on Jost Van Dyke, though the island's interior is what held me.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Feb. 2026
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These ideas come to him like so many strokes of inspiration about 30 minutes before lunch is supposed to be served on the beach.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
24 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The property runs about 1,000 breeding female cows and a few dozen herd bulls, a feed yard facility and individual feed intake facility.—
Lana Ferguson,
Dallas Morning News,
25 Feb. 2026
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The data that Bell collected on students would later influence what showed up in their Facebook feeds.—
Tyler Kingkade,
NBC news,
24 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Thirlkill says about 100 people were attending the repast, and the shooting appeared to happen in a parking lot.—
DeJanay Booth-Singleton,
CBS News,
28 Feb. 2026
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Waiting ultimately allowed Dews to attend the repast, a post-funeral gathering among family and friends.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
5 Feb. 2026
Noun
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It can be used to season a cast-iron skillet, turned into a glossy chocolate coating, added to Christmas cookies, and used to saute supper ingredients.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
23 Feb. 2026
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This recipe’s a playful riff on a traditional sheet pan supper.—
Monti Carlo,
AJC.com,
18 Feb. 2026
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“Meal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/meal. Accessed 3 Mar. 2026.
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