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as in bed of roses
a situation or state of carefree comfort
babysitting her sister's three brats for the weekend was no picnic
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as in breeze
something that is easy to do
this class is no picnic, but I've really been learning a lot
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Recent Examples of picnic
Justin Chang, New Yorker, 13 Mar. 2026
Bocce ball Bocce ball is the go-to game for a family gathering or picnic and is ideal for the park or the lawn.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2026
Danielle Postel-Vinay, PEOPLE, 27 Oct. 2025
Spend an afternoon exploring vineyards along the Long Island Wine Trail; Kontokosta Winery in Greenpoint is the North Fork’s only waterfront winery, and Borghese Vineyard and Winery is the region’s oldest vineyard and a lovely place to picnic.
—Sarah Buder, AFAR Media, 2 Oct. 2025
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Noun
This isn’t just a local problem; the Astrophage are eating stars everywhere, like ants at an intergalactic picnic.
—Justin Chang, New Yorker, 13 Mar. 2026
Bocce ball Bocce ball is the go-to game for a family gathering or picnic and is ideal for the park or the lawn.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2026
Verb
Couples picnicked in the shadow of the Eiffel Tower.
—Danielle Postel-Vinay, PEOPLE, 27 Oct. 2025
Spend an afternoon exploring vineyards along the Long Island Wine Trail; Kontokosta Winery in Greenpoint is the North Fork’s only waterfront winery, and Borghese Vineyard and Winery is the region’s oldest vineyard and a lovely place to picnic.
—Sarah Buder, AFAR Media, 2 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for picnic
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General Daily Insight for March 19, 2026 A crisp breeze is about to refresh our plans.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
19 Mar. 2026
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Temperatures will climb into the mid-70s to low 80s in the afternoon under mostly sunny skies and balmy breezes.—
Mary Wasson,
Austin American Statesman,
18 Mar. 2026
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All of these items are easy to snack on while your guests work on their charm DIYs.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Mar. 2026
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Younger consumers tend to snack more throughout the day and eat smaller meals, said Maeve Webster, the president of culinary consulting firm Menu Matters.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 Mar. 2026
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This is just like the old saying, ‘pave paradise and put up a parking lot’.—
Erika I. Ritchie,
Oc Register,
22 Mar. 2026
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This powder paradise in Japan is a magnet for tourists.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
21 Mar. 2026
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Nugent plans to start by ramping up bread production before focusing on adding more sweet things like chocolate slabs, pastries and celebration cakes to the menu.—
Tiney Ricciardi,
Denver Post,
19 Mar. 2026
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The artist, then a girl, bit down on a slice of her Aunt Nelly’s cake, only to hit an old silver sixpence bearing an illustration of the extinct species.—
Tom Page,
CNN Money,
19 Mar. 2026
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Inside, Cowtan & Tout’s romantic Rutland wallpaper is paired with vintage Lucite dining chairs from Chairish, which add a 1970s touch.—
Amy Bradford,
Architectural Digest,
21 Mar. 2026
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The fine-dining restaurant and downtown Matthews mainstay has become known over the decades for its fresh take on French cuisine, its historic, character-rich building and dishes that let local, North Carolina ingredients shine.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Mar. 2026
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To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
21 Mar. 2026
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But Jokic’s rest minutes have turned into a slog late in the season, especially when opposing lineups have stretched the floor against Valanciunas.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
21 Mar. 2026
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Last weekend, countless spring breakers arrived to partake in the unsanctioned event, draining resources and putting strain on local authorities attempting to maintain order.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
20 Mar. 2026
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Reinhart asks the camera, partaking in the popular TikTok trend.—
Nicole Fell,
HollywoodReporter,
20 Mar. 2026
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Stella Marie Markert | Germany Canadian Premiere Four teens living in a Berlin group home have created their own anarchic utopia.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
19 Mar. 2026
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Whether artificial intelligence ushers in utopia or dystopia is beside the point; the pace of change is dizzying.—
Ariel David,
Baltimore Sun,
16 Mar. 2026
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“Picnic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/picnic. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.
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