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Recent Examples of platter
Lauren, being a sister, offers details of their relationship to their mother on a platter.
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Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 20 Feb. 2026
The Crispy Cod Sammie is topped with Sweet Vinegar Slaw, pickles and a choice of Bama White or Tartar Dippin’ Sauce, while the platter features two cod filets served with sauce on the side.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 18 Feb. 2026
In one image, she’s seated at a table with a cheeseburger on a golden platter, flanked by miniature American and Puerto Rican flags — a playful nod to Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Halftime Show.
—Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 16 Feb. 2026
At the stroke of midnight, Williams welcomed his 25th birthday by blowing out a single candle atop a platter of cream puffs.
—Michaela Zee, Variety, 13 Feb. 2026
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Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 20 Feb. 2026
The Crispy Cod Sammie is topped with Sweet Vinegar Slaw, pickles and a choice of Bama White or Tartar Dippin’ Sauce, while the platter features two cod filets served with sauce on the side.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 18 Feb. 2026
In one image, she’s seated at a table with a cheeseburger on a golden platter, flanked by miniature American and Puerto Rican flags — a playful nod to Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Halftime Show.
—Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 16 Feb. 2026
At the stroke of midnight, Williams welcomed his 25th birthday by blowing out a single candle atop a platter of cream puffs.
—Michaela Zee, Variety, 13 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for platter
Noun
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Once back at the VAB, engineers will need to partially disassemble it to inspect things like filters, valves, and connection plates to find the problem.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
22 Feb. 2026
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Welcome to Hong Kong, where the outdoors is fervently celebrated, from peak to harbor, plate to palette.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Each team received a tray of 30 paczki and cups of water to help wash it down, with some teams opting for milk instead.—
Claire Murphy,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Feb. 2026
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The fourth slide finds Bey seated at a desk with a cheeseburger on a golden tray and mini American and Puerto Rican flags flying in the foreground.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
17 Feb. 2026
Noun
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In a bowl or small bucket, combine warm water with ½ teaspoon of dye-free dish soap.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
18 Feb. 2026
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In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda.—
Kate Bradshaw,
Mercury News,
18 Feb. 2026
Noun
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As soon as our interview ended, the seven idols disappeared to change outfits for an evening rehearsal, and returned minutes later, slurping down steaming cups of ramyeon.—
Rebecca Cairns,
CNN Money,
19 Feb. 2026
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Line eight 2 1/2-inch muffin cups with paper bake cups and coat with cooking spray.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The server with the enviable skin?—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
14 Feb. 2026
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Buzbee also worked at The Kitchen on Main in Fortville as a server.—
Jade Jackson,
IndyStar,
12 Feb. 2026
Noun
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This casserole is your revival solution.—
Nellah Bailey McGough,
Southern Living,
20 Feb. 2026
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Stir macaroni into the cheese sauce, then transfer to the prepared casserole dish.—
Kate Bradshaw,
Mercury News,
18 Feb. 2026
Noun
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All the fresh ingredients, inventive recipes, meticulous plating and glorious design means nothing if my food is served by a grumpy waiter or if my water glass is dirty.—
Lynne Sullivan,
The Providence Journal,
15 Feb. 2026
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The waiters are knowledgeable and make excellent recommendations.—
Harriet Compston,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Empty any excess water that drains into the saucer.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
17 Feb. 2026
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Cacti can also be set in a saucer or sink of water and allowed to soak up water slowly through the pot’s drainage holes and into the soil.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Feb. 2026
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“Platter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/platter. Accessed 24 Feb. 2026.
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