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
Brooke Greenberg, Arkansas Online, 18 Jan. 2026
Following D’Angelo’s wake, Dave Chappelle rented out a restaurant as a sort of repast for extended friends and family.
—Keith Murphy, VIBE.com, 12 Dec. 2025
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
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Noun
A little repast for the news-weary.
—Brooke Greenberg, Arkansas Online, 18 Jan. 2026
Following D’Angelo’s wake, Dave Chappelle rented out a restaurant as a sort of repast for extended friends and family.
—Keith Murphy, VIBE.com, 12 Dec. 2025
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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for repast
Noun
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Now Los Angeles Times editor Daniel Hernandez, too, has reported on his meal at Noma LA, even as the paper’s critics declined to dine there.—
Sam Stone,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
1 May 2026
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There is also more competition than ever in the restaurant space for health-conscious diners and protein-rich snacks and meals.—
Amelia Lucas,
CNBC,
1 May 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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Swim Club–which operates in an outdoor seating area and by the pool–offers a straightforward yet tasty menu with an emphasis on snacks, salads and sandwiches, and kid-friendly options like quesadillas and chicken tenders.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 May 2026
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This award-winning spot offers a delicious farm-to-table menu and sweeping views.—
Meghan Overdeep,
Southern Living,
3 May 2026
Verb
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The Knicks’ most clear advantage was going to be inside, with Towns the most likely candidate to feast in several areas.—
James L. Edwards III,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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Shadows and strange sounds can set imaginations whirring—from the guttural roar of a hunting lion to the giggling calls of a feasting hyena pack.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Five-star hotel stays at more than $1,500 a night while dining at fine restaurants twice a day.—
Judy L. Thomas,
Kansas City Star,
2 May 2026
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Now Los Angeles Times editor Daniel Hernandez, too, has reported on his meal at Noma LA, even as the paper’s critics declined to dine there.—
Sam Stone,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
1 May 2026
Verb
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As of 2026, 39 states and the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico offer legalized sports betting, an activity that, with betting apps on phones, is easy to partake in.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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King Charles and Queen Camilla will partake in a slate of events including a state dinner, a private tea, a garden party and a ceremonial military review.—
Helen Murphy,
PEOPLE,
27 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Below, here’s how famous faces fared with their interpretation of the theme.—
Jami Ganz,
New York Daily News,
5 May 2026
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The analyst highlighted that the company’s first-quarter revenue and operating income surpassed the Street’s consensus estimates by 2% and 15%, respectively, with all segments faring better than expectations.—
TipRanks.com Staff,
CNBC,
3 May 2026
Verb
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No matter the occasion, weeknight or family gathering, there was always something to snack on.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 May 2026
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Add these to a cheese spread, sprinkle over a salad, or simply snack on them by the handful.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
1 May 2026
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“Repast.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/repast. Accessed 5 May. 2026.
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