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Definition of picnicsnext
plural of picnic

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verb

present tense third-person singular of picnic

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of picnics
Noun
Meliora is spring showers, garden picnics, and butterflies from a crush, bottled. Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 3 Mar. 2026 And just in time for spring and summer picnics, beach trips and hiking, the brand is back with the Vitalize collection. Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 26 Feb. 2026 The former offers room for activities, including a large lawn prime for picnics and volleyball courts. Nora Heston Tarte, Mercury News, 24 Feb. 2026 While others were out to brunch or quiet picnics to take in Valentine’s Day with their romantic partners, those at Elk Grove Park strolled past lion dancers and food vendors as the city celebrated the Lunar New Year. Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 15 Feb. 2026 During these seasons, wildflowers bloom along the trails, butterflies flit through the garden, and the waterfall is often at its fullest, making hikes, picnics, and evenings around the campfire particularly enjoyable. Carrie Honaker, Travel + Leisure, 15 Feb. 2026 The property has known picnics, parties, long conversations and baptisms. Abrielle Kate Maddison, Austin American Statesman, 11 Feb. 2026 Perhaps there really are BDSM biker gangs hosting afternoon picnics with serving boys tied spread-eagled on a buffet table. Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 5 Feb. 2026 That’s how Braddy and his siblings grew to love the Everglades, where the family would fish, hunt and have picnics. Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 29 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for picnics
Noun
  • Sprawling under a constant sun and cooled by ocean breezes rippling through those signature palm trees, Los Angeles is a singular city with hotel options to match.
    Tim Chester, Robb Report, 5 Mar. 2026
  • From muscling the F50s around the course in strong winds, these soft, sub-foiling breezes require a completely different skill set.
    Andrew Rice, New York Times, 1 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Containers will be provided to take home other cakes, but feel free to bring your own.
    Hema Sivanandam, Mercury News, 9 Mar. 2026
  • From cakes to pies to cookies and more, these are Grandma's favorite dessert recipes to enjoy on Easter Sunday.
    Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 8 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Busy Philipps partakes in a Zumba class in New York City over the weekend.
    Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 8 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Khabouth, who has met Bichette, says that roughly half the team regularly dines at Animl, which sits just a block and a half from the stadium, often stopping by after games.
    Denny Alfonso, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2026
  • As the director of the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, in Avondale, Maynard often dines in neighborhoods close to work, including Northside and Clifton.
    Keith Pandolfi, Cincinnati Enquirer, 25 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • This ultra-slim robot features a staggering 22,000Pa of HyperForce suction and a zero-tangling design that eats pet hair for breakfast.
    Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 9 Mar. 2026
  • Still, the Magic loved Bane’s competitive spirit and refusal to play nice in a league that eats the meek for breakfast.
    Jon Krawczynski, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • This fact fares well, for the historical sites around the island feel untouched by time and tourism, adding a dose of authenticity to the experience.
    Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026
  • How the economy fares in the coming months will play an outsize role in determining whether the Democrats can build on their electoral success in 2025 and seize control of one or both chambers of Congress.
    Gavin J. Quinton, Los Angeles Times, 26 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Ukrainian officials have denied the accusations, saying the pipeline, which feeds refineries in Hungary and Slovakia, was hit in a Russian drone attack.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 5 Mar. 2026
  • Engagement often feeds on outrage or shock.
    Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 5 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Nothing refreshes a bedroom as quickly as a new coat of paint.
    Melissa Epifano, The Spruce, 30 Jan. 2026
  • When Billboard refreshes its rankings in a few days, Megadeth will almost certainly launch within the top 10 on multiple rosters.
    Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026

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“Picnics.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/picnics. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.

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