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Recent Examples of potluck
The potluck staple can be made in myriad ways and customized to suit any taste or occasion.
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Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 May 2026
There will be a community potluck to wrap up the six-week program.
—Pedro Moura, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026
The potluck tables are filled with baked beans, potato salad, bars and brownies.
—Elliot Mann, Twin Cities, 4 Apr. 2026
The trend is often on display at the potluck dinners that have become a weekly cost-saving tradition for Jillian Minahan, a senior at the Berklee College of Music in Boston.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Mar. 2026
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Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 May 2026
There will be a community potluck to wrap up the six-week program.
—Pedro Moura, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026
The potluck tables are filled with baked beans, potato salad, bars and brownies.
—Elliot Mann, Twin Cities, 4 Apr. 2026
The trend is often on display at the potluck dinners that have become a weekly cost-saving tradition for Jillian Minahan, a senior at the Berklee College of Music in Boston.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for potluck
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These easy summer salad recipes make the most of peak-season produce, whether you’re headed to a backyard cookout, packing a picnic, or trying to assemble lunch without turning on the oven.—
Joe Sevier,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
11 May 2026
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For a new drink that’s light, refreshing, and picnic-ready, try BareWater.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
11 May 2026
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UConn commit Junior County was hearing it from his Wasatch Academy teammates during a barbecue at coach Paul Peterson’s house before their high school season ended at Chipotle Nationals in March.—
Joe Arruda,
Hartford Courant,
11 May 2026
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Move over, Carolina-style barbecue.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
11 May 2026
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Rub it across the grates until the residue is removed, then wipe them down with a damp cloth and start planning your next cookout.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
16 May 2026
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The wedding was a three-day celebration that featured a welcome reception and farewell cookout.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
PEOPLE,
15 May 2026
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During the next two days following his arrival, he is scheduled to participate in a bilateral meeting with President Xi, a state banquet and a working lunch.—
Kinsey Crowley,
USA Today,
11 May 2026
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When the queen arrived at a black-tie banquet with New Zealand’s Parliament, she was met by Clark in more casual trousers.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
10 May 2026
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Maybe a whole roast chicken appeared, or its meat was folded into a gooey casserole with a few peas and carrot chunks.—
Rebecca Firkser,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
14 May 2026
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Some controversial jokes by lesser, edgy comedians fell flat but Jeff Ross, the master of roasts, held the tempo together and kept the roast moving forward.—
Malina Saval,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
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Shilpa and Jesse answer your questions and also award the inaugural Baker of the Month to one lucky listener whose bake stood out on BA Bake Club Substack page.—
Emily Elias,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
14 May 2026
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For example, the Instant Pot Duo Crisp can air fry, bake, dehydrate and perform a total of 11 cooking tasks.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
Noun
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Plus, the addition of a cuff adds a more polished aesthetic that prevents you from looking frumpy at the office or dinner.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
14 May 2026
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Both restaurants do solid business, although Kinu Sushi Bar only opens for dinner.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 May 2026
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The episode on Massachusetts encompasses clambakes and heroin.—
Yvonne Villarreal,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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The event features cycling, running and walking races from Boston to the Cape along with clambakes and a concert.—
Lance Reynolds,
Boston Herald,
8 Feb. 2026
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“Potluck.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/potluck. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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