picnicking

Definition of picnickingnext
present participle of picnic

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for picnicking
Verb
  • The dishes coming out of the kitchen (created by Castell, approved by Alléno) are mostly fine-dining classics, but what's lacking in conceptual creativity is more than made up for in execution.
    Abbey Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Mar. 2026
  • There’s a hot tub, dining spots and more.
    Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 4 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • In Queens, check out the art at MoMA PS1 or spend an afternoon eating your way through Astoria or Flushing, known for standout Greek and Chinese cuisine, respectively.
    Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 8 Mar. 2026
  • Many studies suggest that eating breakfast earlier may help regulate blood sugar.
    Merve Ceylan, Health, 8 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Soon after, videos surfaced showing Patel, in a long-sleeve white USA shirt, partaking in the festive locker room celebration.
    Eric Tucker, Chicago Tribune, 23 Feb. 2026
  • Though the resort has only been open for a few years, guests who pop in for a soak are partaking in a tradition that spans centuries.
    Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 23 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • This severe weather is feeding on well above-average temperatures that are spreading east, some of which may break more daily high temperature records.
    Kyle Reiman, ABC News, 7 Mar. 2026
  • Doncic’s brilliance was more than enough against the bottom-feeding Pacers, who, at 15-48, are playing more for lottery position than postseason hopes.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 7 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • The video goes on to show the gunman turn to his right and fire a third shot, grazing a second victim.
    Chris Ramirez, jsonline.com, 6 Mar. 2026
  • The Bechtel family allowed cattle grazing on the ranch, which POST will continue.
    Paul Rogers, Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Our fellow guests were all seated at garden tables, nibbling sandwiches cut into little triangles and sipping from fancy teacups.
    Flora Stubbs, Travel + Leisure, 7 Feb. 2026
  • This is an inexpensive and simple way to deter nibbling animals.
    Peg Aloi, The Spruce, 5 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Visit the Dublin Castle, look at the 9th-century manuscript of the Book of Kells at Trinity College, before noshing down some fish and chips for dinner.
    Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 27 Jan. 2026
  • Later, back on land, the couple dined at a table overlooking the Miami River, noshing on Greek fare and dancing until late night.
    Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 3 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • Turn your patio into a gathering space while refreshing your outdoor aesthetic with the pieces’ rustic yet refined look—now up to 20% off.
    Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Mar. 2026
  • Apple got off to an early start on Monday, giving its iPad Air a spec bump and refreshing its lower-cost iPhone.
    The PCMag Editorial Team, PC Magazine, 5 Mar. 2026
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Picnicking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/picnicking. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.

More from Merriam-Webster on picnicking

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

More from Merriam-Webster