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
Nick Ferraro, Twin Cities, 11 July 2025
There’s a trip to a department store for a fit check, a cameo at the ballet (just to tip the valet!), and a repast of steak, lobster, and champagne.
—Joseph Hudak, Rolling Stone, 13 June 2025
For those who may not be able to round up 20 friends for a wine-country repast, Valduero will host dinner for up to five guests in one of Madrid’s top restaurants, such as Charrúa, Tatel, or Ten con Ten.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 23 Feb. 2025
For years, Michigan losses felt like funerals and John Cooper was the caterer at the repast.
—Jason Lloyd, The Athletic, 17 Jan. 2025
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Verb
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
There’s a trip to a department store for a fit check, a cameo at the ballet (just to tip the valet!), and a repast of steak, lobster, and champagne.
—Joseph Hudak, Rolling Stone, 13 June 2025
For those who may not be able to round up 20 friends for a wine-country repast, Valduero will host dinner for up to five guests in one of Madrid’s top restaurants, such as Charrúa, Tatel, or Ten con Ten.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 23 Feb. 2025
For years, Michigan losses felt like funerals and John Cooper was the caterer at the repast.
—Jason Lloyd, The Athletic, 17 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for repast
Noun
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Its proposals to support grocery stores in stocking more produce, introduce markets to food deserts, serve healthy meals to students and veterans, and limit junk-food ads targeted at children all sound promising, but the report offers few specifics on implementation.—
Yasmin Tayag,
The Atlantic,
14 Sep. 2025
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The vibe is energetic without being overwhelming—a place where groups gather, conversations fill the air, and the meal becomes the centerpiece of the evening.—
Shivani Vora,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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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Salads, ice creams and morning wellness tonics are the basis of the daytime menu at The Swim Club.—
Laurie Werner,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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Gentle Exfoliating Cleanser sounds like the menu at a fancy juice bar.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Jonathan Taylor feasting today.—
Joe Nguyen,
Denver Post,
14 Sep. 2025
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Crosby should feast in his matchups against rookie left tackle Will Campbell and aging right tackle Morgan Moses.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
6 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In our case, the timing of the tides required us to head for port a day early, allowing for extra sightseeing time, to dine off the ship, and stretch our legs.—
Stefanie Waldek,
AFAR Media,
12 Sep. 2025
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Tanha first met Mahomes in 2018, after the player dined at Toca Madera in West Hollywood.—
Jenna Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Once these colors make their appearance, many Americans partake in activities such as scenic train rides and photography to soak them in.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
14 Sep. 2025
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The most daring of the time began partaking in motorcycle hillclimbs, which became the foundation of American motorcycle competitions.—
Carolyn Burt,
Oc Register,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Fortunately for them, the Red Sox fared worse.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
17 Sep. 2025
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In many ways, the extracurriculars—the women, the parties, the junkets—were all standard Ali fare by this point.—
Vann R. Newkirk II,
The Atlantic,
16 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Rodents like to snack on many bulbs, so make sure they are protected from mice.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
11 Sep. 2025
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Stop to use the restroom and have a drink or snack at the rest area.—
Kendrick Marshall,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Aug. 2025
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“Repast.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/repast. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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