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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
Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 2 Jan. 2026
Many people enjoy packing a picnic lunch to savor the scenic views and peaceful surroundings.
—Monty Davis, Kansas City Star, 1 Jan. 2026
Chad Murphy, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2025
The site also listed popular places to picnic in state parks, including McKinney Falls State Park in Texas and Florida’s Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park, and favorite parks for hiking, including Georgia’s Cloudland Canyon and Texas’s Palo Duro Canyon.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 28 Aug. 2025
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Noun
Use it as a tablecloth or to cover hard seats or splintered benches, or spread it out for a picnic lunch.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 2 Jan. 2026
Many people enjoy packing a picnic lunch to savor the scenic views and peaceful surroundings.
—Monty Davis, Kansas City Star, 1 Jan. 2026
Verb
The northeast side of Geauga Lake is first called Picnic Lake or Giles Pond, a place where visitors camped, went fishing or picnicked.
—Chad Murphy, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2025
The site also listed popular places to picnic in state parks, including McKinney Falls State Park in Texas and Florida’s Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park, and favorite parks for hiking, including Georgia’s Cloudland Canyon and Texas’s Palo Duro Canyon.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 28 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for picnic
Noun
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With roomy bike lanes peppered throughout downtown, exploring is a breeze.—
Kathryn Streeter,
Condé Nast Traveler,
8 Jan. 2026
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But what must feel like a Herculean task for a young actor navigating sudden fame looked like a breeze for Williams, who walked Fallon around his own set (and onto his knees) like the Canadian owned the whole damn building.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
8 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Oversized boards and platters layered with cheeses, charcuterie, fresh produce, whipped butters and compotes serve as both menu and décor, encouraging guests to snack, wander, and eat at their own pace.—
Colleen Sullivan,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Jan. 2026
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Pretzels are often marketed as a better-for-you snack compared to richer, fried alternatives like potato chips.—
Brianna Tobritzhofer,
Health,
30 Dec. 2025
Noun
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With an award-winning restaurant scene, high-end shopping, and a Panorama Trail offering breathtaking views of the Rhine Valley for travelers of all facilities, Baden-Baden is a well-rounded paradise that redefines the spa town experience.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Jan. 2026
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Seattle is an outdoor lover’s paradise packed with things to do in all four seasons, from summer hiking and fall leaf-peeping to winter snow sports and ambling around downtown in the spring, when the rain starts to ease up and summer crowds haven't yet arrived.—
Scott Bay,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Manolo’s Bakery in the community Known for its artisan breads, cakes and Latin American pastries, Betancur’s bakery has become an important cultural landmark in Charlotte during its 28 years in operation.—
Liz Rothaus Bertrand,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Jan. 2026
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Soft, spreadable butter that can be used instantly on toast and biscuits, or in baking recipes for cookies, cakes, and more.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Research from the National Restaurant Association shows that 54% of full-service operators — including 67% of fine-dining operators — say their restaurants sometimes add a service charge or automatic gratuity to customer checks.—
Cheryl Winokur Munk,
CNBC,
8 Nov. 2025
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Here is some of the latest in dining news from across San Diego County, as well as some upcoming events for foodies.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Plant dormancy is a type of physiological rest.—
Paul Cappiello,
Louisville Courier Journal,
9 Jan. 2026
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On Thursday, tight end Hunter Henry (rest), right tackle (Morgan Moses (illness) and linebacker Robert Spillane (ankle) were all upgraded to full participation.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
8 Jan. 2026
Verb
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After getting connected, Ruby and her then-husband, Kevin, began attending individual therapy sessions with Hildebrandt, as well as partaking in various men's, women's and couples' workshops through ConneXions.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
6 Jan. 2026
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Cowboy hats are ubiquitous among the genre’s biggest artists; a nod to country music that allows young people to partake in nostalgia for the countryside and simpler times.—
Carolina Abbott Galvão,
The Dial,
6 Jan. 2026
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Perhaps within the speculative intersection of heterotopia and uchronia lies the realm of utopia—which may be the core of Urbano’s practice.—
Javier Montes,
Artforum,
1 Jan. 2026
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And while the utopias themselves flamed out, their ideas have influenced the generations after them, turning the town into a haven for art, architecture and culture.—
Domenica Bongiovanni,
IndyStar,
30 Dec. 2025
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“Picnic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/picnic. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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