as in meal
food eaten or prepared for eating at one time
monks taking their evening repast in silence
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Recent Examples of repast
Tonya Blazio-Licorish, Footwear News, 10 Sep. 2025
This tasty if not particularly healthy repast will be served on Shudder later this year.
—Dennis Harvey, Variety, 7 Aug. 2025
The repast was attended by dozens of Samir’s aunts, uncles, friends, and cousins, none of whom could tell a story about Samir without laughing at the memory of the funny, bubbly boy.
—Aurora Sousanis, Freep.com, 13 July 2025
Jiles, 34, and Edmondson’s cousin, Troy Robert Kennedy, 37, were fatally shot outside a senior-living apartment building in St. Paul on Feb. 25, 2023, following a repast for an 80-year-old woman.
—Nick Ferraro, Twin Cities, 11 July 2025
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Noun
Fashion provides people with a delicious repast and then prepares itself to serve another.
—Tonya Blazio-Licorish, Footwear News, 10 Sep. 2025
This tasty if not particularly healthy repast will be served on Shudder later this year.
—Dennis Harvey, Variety, 7 Aug. 2025
The repast was attended by dozens of Samir’s aunts, uncles, friends, and cousins, none of whom could tell a story about Samir without laughing at the memory of the funny, bubbly boy.
—Aurora Sousanis, Freep.com, 13 July 2025
Jiles, 34, and Edmondson’s cousin, Troy Robert Kennedy, 37, were fatally shot outside a senior-living apartment building in St. Paul on Feb. 25, 2023, following a repast for an 80-year-old woman.
—Nick Ferraro, Twin Cities, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for repast
Noun
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The experience, which costs $240 per person, not including alcohol, features a hearty meal of prime rib and delicious sides (a vegetarian main course is also available) and is accompanied by live entertainment of country songs and cowboy stories.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
27 Feb. 2026
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Tempo is a subscription meal delivery service that focuses on fresh, balanced meals made with whole ingredients.—
Francesca Krempa,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
27 Feb. 2026
Verb
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An impressive reception room and a banqueting hall add to its splendor.—
Fanny Guénon des Mesnards,
Architectural Digest,
18 Jan. 2025
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The exhibition showcases gold, silver, and bronze artifacts that reflect the Thracians’ aristocratic pursuits, including warfare, horsemanship, and banqueting.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
13 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The pool is a clear perk during summer stays, and Nine Zero One’s menu has some kid-friendly options.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Mar. 2026
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Many dishes are inspired by his TV appearances, and some are later adapted for the restaurant’s menu.—
Eva Remijan-Toba,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Many trees also attract a diversity of wildlife to feast on fruits and seeds or sip pollen from blooms, all of which enhance a garden’s beauty.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
3 Mar. 2026
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The system went live publicly on Tuesday, February 24th, and on the first night dropped some 800,000 alerts about asteroids, supernovas, and feasting black holes.—
Terrence O'Brien,
The Verge,
28 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Here is some of the latest in dining news from across San Diego County, as well as some upcoming events for foodies.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Feb. 2026
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The team chartered into Miami on a flight from Italy on Monday, and then dined together in Miami Beach and visited a nightclub where hundreds of fans clamored to get inside.—
Darlene Superville,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Feb. 2026
Verb
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That didn’t stop him from visiting the Nintendo Store to check out the merchandise and partake in the festivities.—
Gieson Cacho,
Mercury News,
27 Feb. 2026
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Locals can partake in weekend brunch, lunch and dinner service at the SouthEnd spot.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Feb. 2026
Verb
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For example, certain United Airlines passengers scheduled to fly through Dubai or Tel Aviv airports through March 7 can reschedule their trip without paying change fees or fare differences, according to a United travel alert.—
Greg Iacurci,
CNBC,
2 Mar. 2026
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Here’s a look at how Castle and the rest of his Husky brethren are faring in the NBA this season.—
Kels Dayton,
Hartford Courant,
2 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Keep a batch of this classic coffee cake around in case of unexpected company (or just to snack on).—
Zoe Denenberg,
Southern Living,
27 Feb. 2026
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Nahill is even featured in a video, indulgently attempting to snack on a donut, before Tyson, now a de facto spokesperson for HHS’ healthy foods initiatives, slaps it out of his hand.—
Chelsea Cirruzzo,
STAT,
27 Feb. 2026
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“Repast.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/repast. Accessed 6 Mar. 2026.
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