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Recent Examples of potluck
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.
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The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Mar. 2026
Popular during the 1970s, this 4-ingredient snack is perfect for parties and potlucks.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Mar. 2026
Inside the center, a handful of first responders sat at long, plastic tables eating hot food that was set out potluck-style.
—Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
Opt for a potluck or trivia night instead of a watch party.
—Caroline Ceniza-Levine, Forbes.com, 24 Feb. 2026
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The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Mar. 2026
Popular during the 1970s, this 4-ingredient snack is perfect for parties and potlucks.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Mar. 2026
Inside the center, a handful of first responders sat at long, plastic tables eating hot food that was set out potluck-style.
—Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
Opt for a potluck or trivia night instead of a watch party.
—Caroline Ceniza-Levine, Forbes.com, 24 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for potluck
Noun
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Located in the former space of Kalimera, a Mediterranean restaurant that specialized in Greek and Lebanese food, the new La Traila seats 160 diners inside and out, with picnic-style seating.—
Connie Ogle
April 7,
Miami Herald,
7 Apr. 2026
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While the Painted Desert Community Complex is currently closed for renovations, many of its facilities remain open, including the restaurant, gift shop, gas station, public restrooms, and a picnic pavilion.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Apr. 2026
Noun
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That spot closed after a couple of years, but Rodriguez never stopped thinking about barbecue.—
Connie Ogle
April 7,
Miami Herald,
7 Apr. 2026
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Outdoors, the backyard holds an infinity pool and spa, along with a barbecue pavilion, and out front, a subterranean garage with lifts can accommodate up to 20 cars.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
6 Apr. 2026
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The cookout to support Hardt Family Cyclery will be on April 19th at 10255 E 25th Ave in Aurora.—
Michael Abeyta,
CBS News,
10 Apr. 2026
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The footage was shot, edited, and even played at the client cookout, but in the end, it was cut.—
Angelina Mazza,
Vulture,
7 Apr. 2026
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The Gaines Award will be presented during the NSMA’s 66th awards banquet on June 29 at Grandover Resort & Spa in Greensboro, North Carolina.—
Michelle Kaufman
April 6,
Miami Herald,
6 Apr. 2026
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Enraged, Misha's boyfriend barrels across the room and beats Charlie up, and Emma flees the banquet hall.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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The chuck roast is seasoned and seared before marinating in the slow cooker on low for 8 to 10 hours with beef stock, seasonings, and most importantly, pepperoncini.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
4 Apr. 2026
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The potato stacks pair beautifully with roast beef, steak, chicken, or sautéed fish.—
Victoria Spencer,
Martha Stewart,
3 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Apple cider vinegar adds a tang that is amplified after a quick bake in the oven.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
9 Apr. 2026
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Remove from freezer, cut a few slashes across top of crust, and bake pie 5 minutes.—
Chris Morocco,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
8 Apr. 2026
Noun
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In millions of American homes, while parents were making dinner or paying bills, their kids were in another room scrolling social media and talking to chatbots.—
Jeannie Suk Gersen,
New Yorker,
9 Apr. 2026
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Cap off your trip with dinner in The Gulch, an upscale dining and shopping hub.—
Lauren Schuster,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
Noun
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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 13 Apr. 2026.
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