picnics 1 of 2

plural of picnic

picnics

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verb

present tense third-person singular of picnic

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of picnics
Noun
But the celebrations, which began in Texas and then spread across the country, have a rich and long history in Black America, with the day often spent gathering for picnics and cookouts. Arkansas Online, 20 June 2026 Shilling’s delightfully madcap spirit lives on at Royal Ascot today — in the more experimental hats or elaborate lawn picnics that verge on performance. Sheena McKenzie, CNN Money, 19 June 2026 But the celebrations, which began in Texas and then spread across the country, have a rich and long history in Black America, with the day often spent gathering for picnics and cookouts. Jamie Stengle, Los Angeles Times, 19 June 2026 Pick it up at 20% off for summer picnics to come. Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 17 June 2026 Afternoon temperatures hovered in the 80s — including on Christmas Day, when many Orlandoans took to celebrating the holiday with picnics. Martin E. Comas, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 June 2026 Keep a stash in the fridge for the kids (and adults) for summer snacking or tote them to picnics, potlucks, and pool parties. Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 June 2026 Open daily except Mondays, the market’s stalls are piled with local produce, cheese and charcuterie, and snacks like olives and tapenade perfect for beach picnics. Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 13 June 2026 During warmer months, the farm—one of the Midwest's best places to see lavender—hosts special events such as U-pick classes, catered picnics, photography sessions, and plant sales. Midwest Living, 11 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for picnics
Noun
  • The wide fairways saddle back to the middle, the greens roll true with some quirky slopes, the ocean views are spectacular, every blade of grass is well maintained, and the fresh ocean breezes can wreak havoc on some of your shots.
    Scott Kramer, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
  • Friday will feature more sunshine, far less humidity and some breezes that could push highs to near 80 degrees.
    Chris Shaffer, CBS News, 10 June 2026
Verb
  • Shift In Obesity Perception Historically, obesity has been viewed as a lifestyle issue, as a result of the diet and activity one partakes in.
    Omer Awan, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
  • Ryan Reynolds partakes in a skit during The Late Show with Stephen Colbert's last taping on May 21.
    People Staff, PEOPLE, 25 May 2026
Noun
  • In addition to bibimbap, there is also donkatsu and tteokbokki rice cakes.
    Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 June 2026
  • No place personifies this quirky little beach town better than The Red Bar, a bohemian hangout swathed in scarlet lights that’s known for its crab cakes and in-house jazz band.
    Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 21 June 2026
Verb
  • Every guest after the first 100 who dines in from Saturday through Monday can get a buy one, get one beef pepper rice.
    Zacharia Washington, Dallas Morning News, 27 Mar. 2026
  • Complimentary valet is available for anyone who dines at Toro Toro before or after a screening.
    Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Because no one really eats onscreen anymore.
    Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 21 June 2026
  • Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder that causes the body to attack the small intestine when a person eats gluten.
    Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 20 June 2026
Verb
  • Time will tell how SpaceX fares on the market.
    CBS News, CBS News, 4 June 2026
  • Who fares better in the battle of the big men between Towns and all-world Spurs center Victor Wembanyama could very well decide which team wins the championship.
    Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 1 June 2026
Verb
  • Prolonged uncertainty feeds conspiracy theories.
    Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 25 June 2026
  • This data feeds directly into asset management systems, allowing agencies to see exactly which roads are in the slurry seal window and which are about to become a liability.
    Mark Pittman, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026
Verb
  • The high vamp perfectly refreshes the nostalgic trend, and the color selection is so fresh and fun.
    Cheryl Wagemann, InStyle, 23 June 2026
  • Your 4th House of Home and Family refreshes as the New Moon encourages gentle improvements that protect comfort and support your sensitive system.
    Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 14 June 2026

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“Picnics.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/picnics. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.

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