as in to snack
informal
to eat food
—usually + on
We noshed on chips.
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Recent Examples of nosh
Laura Solla, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2025
Festival-goers clustered under shade trees, took naps in the sun and commandeered good real estate at their favorite stages while noshing on food and sipping cold beverages throughout the afternoon.
—Melonee Hurt, Nashville Tennessean, 28 Sep. 2025
Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 30 Oct. 2025
On the rooftop, small plates, salads, and sandwiches at the Pool Bar are more than enough reason to nosh after a few laps.
—Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 6 Oct. 2025
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Verb
Alternatively, pack into a sandwich bag or tupperware, for effortless noshing on-the-go.
—Laura Solla, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2025
Festival-goers clustered under shade trees, took naps in the sun and commandeered good real estate at their favorite stages while noshing on food and sipping cold beverages throughout the afternoon.
—Melonee Hurt, Nashville Tennessean, 28 Sep. 2025
Noun
From good ol’ country cookin’ to some Nova Scotian noshes, here’s what these festive eateries will be serving with a side of spooky fun.
—Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 30 Oct. 2025
On the rooftop, small plates, salads, and sandwiches at the Pool Bar are more than enough reason to nosh after a few laps.
—Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 6 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nosh
Verb
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Sip on refreshing floral teas and snack on pastries and petite sandwiches while being surrounded by the pretty pink decor.—
Paige Moore,
AZCentral.com,
19 Jan. 2026
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Top oatmeal or salads with pumpkin seeds, snack on walnuts, or enjoy chickpeas as hummus for zinc and selenium.—
Lauren Manaker,
SELF,
19 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Easy snacks and nibbles that are comfortable, elegant and, yes, perfectly matched to a cocktail, martini or otherwise.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 Dec. 2025
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Pests, particularly moths and silverfish, lay eggs and nibble on the natural fibers of cashmere.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
The Spruce,
29 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Hobert, a Los Angeles native, was cradling a hot tea and munching on a piece of banana bread.—
Carrie Battan,
Vulture,
15 Jan. 2026
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Those who like to keep it savory can munch on a tray of Ritz Cracker Party Sandwiches.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
14 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The event will feature craft brews, gourmet bites, live auction and nostalgic carnival games to raise money to help community members in need get food.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Jan. 2026
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Signs Of A Bed Bug Infestation Bed bugs feed on blood, so a skin reaction from bites is often the first sign of a potential infestation.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
23 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Turn your head to the side, unhinge your jaw, and prepare for a glorious mouthful.—
Helen Rosner,
New Yorker,
14 Dec. 2025
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And so, with rumbling heart and saliva pasting tongue to teeth (fury's alchemy gave her a mouthful of metal), Noelle plunged a finger into the manila corner and ripped open the fabric of her world.—
Danielle Parker,
CBS News,
4 Dec. 2025
Noun
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The brand’s toffee is a particular standout, and this little trio gives you a chance to nibble on a variety of morsels.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
24 Jan. 2026
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The meaty morsels are as good a reason to gather as the game itself.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
18 Jan. 2026
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“Nosh.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nosh. Accessed 29 Jan. 2026.
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