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
Frank Scheck, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019
When the repast was over, diners were invited to toss their plates, glasses, and silverware into the trench, which was then filled in with dirt.
—News Desk, Artforum, 27 Nov. 2024
Linger long enough over this memorable repast and there’s likely to be a discussion about what everyone’s favorite sweet ended up on the top of the list.
—Leslie Kelly, Forbes, 23 Oct. 2024
Also a nice outdoor, low key repast, The Wine Garden serves a fine branzino and a bevy of great pasta dishes, in addition to a solid wine list, all tucked in at 608 Breakers Avenue, a block to the west from The Four Seasons and W hotels.
—Kathleen Turner, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
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Verb
Nick naturally shakes it off by enjoying a late-night repast of shawarma with Donnie, one of so many instances of the actors dining in the film that craft services probably wasn’t necessary.
—Frank Scheck, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019
When the repast was over, diners were invited to toss their plates, glasses, and silverware into the trench, which was then filled in with dirt.
—News Desk, Artforum, 27 Nov. 2024
Linger long enough over this memorable repast and there’s likely to be a discussion about what everyone’s favorite sweet ended up on the top of the list.
—Leslie Kelly, Forbes, 23 Oct. 2024
Also a nice outdoor, low key repast, The Wine Garden serves a fine branzino and a bevy of great pasta dishes, in addition to a solid wine list, all tucked in at 608 Breakers Avenue, a block to the west from The Four Seasons and W hotels.
—Kathleen Turner, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for repast
Noun
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Skipping meals, especially breakfast, may negatively impact blood sugar control.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
1 July 2025
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Incorporate it as a savory drink as part of a meal.—
Alessandra Signorelli,
Vogue,
1 July 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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Depending on the place, how am I getting greeted or not, what does the menu say about the restaurant? LM: The texture of the sounds, how many people are there, the quality of the light.—
Sylvie Bigar,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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In recent years, other chicken players have slowly expanded their menus with limited-time offers and other draws for diners.—
Amelia Lucas,
CNBC,
30 June 2025
Verb
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Cruisers can feast on a multi-course buffet dinner and enjoy a premium open bar, while enjoying stunning views of the Manhattan skyline during the three-hour sail.—
Karu F. Daniels,
New York Daily News,
26 June 2025
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When my daughter and I are outside, these pesky blood suckers feast.—
Cheryl Fenton,
Parents,
24 June 2025
Verb
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Both Mahomes and Kelce dined at other Noble 33 concepts.—
Jenna Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
24 June 2025
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The duo dined together, and at one point during the evening, Gerber was photographed holding onto Lewis' arm.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
23 June 2025
Verb
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Reading it the right way, Willy taught me, is to partake in Joyce’s pleasure, to share it.—
Benjamin Hale
June 23,
Literary Hub,
23 June 2025
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Though Brody shows the following morning, the damage is done in more ways than one: the audience later finds out that Mirren witnessed Bess and Dan partaking in the affair, which leads to tension and tumult between the mother and daughter, and eventually the Sinclairs at large.—
Alyssa Davis,
People.com,
19 June 2025
Verb
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Here's how side dishes will fare: Many U.S.-grown fresh fruits and vegetables are in peak season during the summer.—
Betty Lin-Fisher,
USA Today,
24 June 2025
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This importance to human health fuels a growing need to understand how vertebrate scavengers and their ecosystem services are faring globally in the Anthropocene.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
22 June 2025
Verb
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Genesis wore her dad’s No. 7 Knicks jersey, while guests snacked on cookies decorated to match the uniform.—
Nasha Smith,
People.com,
26 June 2025
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Throughout the evening, guests snacked on Nolita Deux Luxe wagyu beef burgers and Serendipity ice cream.—
Emily Burns,
Footwear News,
9 June 2025
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“Repast.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/repast. Accessed 7 Jul. 2025.
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