as in bite
a small amount of food eaten between meals
He had a snack of chips and dip. I didn't have time for lunch, so I just grabbed a quick/light snack.
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Recent Examples of snack
Shelley E. Kohan, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
In that case, a good plan is to visit a pick-your-own farm at the start of the season, said Collette—then store them in the freezer for easy snacking all summer long.
—Christina Manian, Health, 21 July 2025
Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Aug. 2025
The park’s beer garden and cafe will offer a variety of hot meals, cold sandwiches and grab-and-go snacks.
—Melinda Moore, Chicago Tribune, 5 Aug. 2025
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Noun
The Hershey Company, known as a confectionery giant, is transforming itself into a snacking powerhouse through savvy acquisitions, bold brand building, and strategic retail partnerships.
—Shelley E. Kohan, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
In that case, a good plan is to visit a pick-your-own farm at the start of the season, said Collette—then store them in the freezer for easy snacking all summer long.
—Christina Manian, Health, 21 July 2025
Verb
The outdoor movie is free, beginning after sunset at 7:45 p.m. Pick a spot to set up your blanket or portable chairs on the grass and bring your own snacks and drinks.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Aug. 2025
The park’s beer garden and cafe will offer a variety of hot meals, cold sandwiches and grab-and-go snacks.
—Melinda Moore, Chicago Tribune, 5 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for snack
Noun
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While someone would need to go to a hospital after a bite, there are relatively few bites every year and no fatalities have been reported in 75 years, Goniea said.—
Darcie Moran,
Freep.com,
19 Aug. 2025
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Sit or lie down so that the bite is in a neutral, comfortable position.—
Marina Johnson,
The Courier-Journal,
18 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Soon after, Montana shot through the front door, with one of the rounds grazing the man in the buttocks.—
Robert Salonga,
Mercury News,
15 Aug. 2025
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The Great Plain stretches beneath poetic skies where herds graze and mirages dance—while thermal springs bubble in ornate bathhouses like Széchenyi—their steam rising through vaulted ceilings.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Yes, there’s a demonic agent of chaos with six limbs and a mouthful of huge teeth.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
21 May 2025
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Lovely soft and yet still hearty and crunchy mouthful of flavors that include raspberries, guavas and rosemary.—
Tom Mullen,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Surrounded by noshing fairgoers under a vast canopy, the crew members set up cameras and assembled on a red plastic tablecloth the smorgasbord for the petite 33-year-old twin sisters to take on.—
Ethan Wolin
Updated July 26,
Sacbee.com,
26 July 2025
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There is also browse — hanging branches with leaves and bark for giraffes to nosh on.—
Jim Higgins,
jsonline.com,
8 July 2025
Noun
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What To Do In London During Summer 2025 Have A Picnic Picky bits and nibbles are the name of the game in London during the summer.—
Rachel Dube,
Forbes.com,
3 Aug. 2025
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With notes of tangy mustard, savory meats, and traditional spices, these are your new go-to for patio nibbles or midday crunch sessions.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 July 2025
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“Snack.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/snack. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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