as in bites
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 snacks
Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 6 June 2026
Today, the pantry houses snacks, nonperishables, appliances, cleaning supplies, the couple’s collection of East Fork pottery, and, of course, an essential coffee station.
—Ella Field, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 June 2026
Inside, customers will find the usual convenience store staples, snacks, candy, bottled water and energy drinks.
—Conor McGill, CBS News, 6 June 2026
The tote has a removable cooler pouch to keep meals and snacks separate from everyday items.
—ABC News, 6 June 2026
According to head coach Chad Barry, some players played hacky sack while others searched for snacks.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 June 2026
Include plenty of fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds in your diet by adding them to snacks and side dishes.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 6 June 2026
No prior experience is required; lunch or snacks will be provided.
—Eric E. Harrison, Arkansas Online, 6 June 2026
The mini-bar had a decent selection of interesting snacks, and for coffee there’s a Nespresso machine.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 June 2026
Noun
While HomeGoods is primarily known for its affordable, on-trend selection of furniture, decorative accents, kitchenware, and more, the chain retailer also boasts an incredible selection of delicious snacks that come from all across the globe.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 6 June 2026
Today, the pantry houses snacks, nonperishables, appliances, cleaning supplies, the couple’s collection of East Fork pottery, and, of course, an essential coffee station.
—Ella Field, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 June 2026
Inside, customers will find the usual convenience store staples, snacks, candy, bottled water and energy drinks.
—Conor McGill, CBS News, 6 June 2026
The tote has a removable cooler pouch to keep meals and snacks separate from everyday items.
—ABC News, 6 June 2026
According to head coach Chad Barry, some players played hacky sack while others searched for snacks.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 June 2026
Include plenty of fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds in your diet by adding them to snacks and side dishes.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 6 June 2026
No prior experience is required; lunch or snacks will be provided.
—Eric E. Harrison, Arkansas Online, 6 June 2026
The mini-bar had a decent selection of interesting snacks, and for coffee there’s a Nespresso machine.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for snacks
Noun
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The practice began to specialize in a range of areas from car, truck, and motorcycle accidents to bicycles, slip and falls, and even dog bites.—
K.H. Koehler,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
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Copperhead bites can cause serious symptoms, including difficulty breathing.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
8 June 2026
Verb
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The plot of Red Sheet, though, only grazes the surface of Ellroy’s unique historical perspective.—
Seth Abramovitch,
HollywoodReporter,
20 May 2026
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In one scene, Misael disappears entirely from the forest as the canine roams around in the background while a calf grazes up front.—
Vadim Rizov,
IndieWire,
16 May 2026
Noun
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The possibility of a Chase and Taylor flirtation causing a rift with Miranda is briefly raised and just as swiftly quashed — through large mouthfuls of chips and salsa, Taylor assures Miranda at the sip-and-see that there is no there there.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Vulture,
12 Mar. 2026
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But now, the future of Lucille’s American Cafe, a Weston comfort-food institution serving up mouthfuls of nostalgia since 1999, is unclear.—
Phillip Valys,
Sun Sentinel,
20 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Keeping gladiolus and other bulbs in bulb cages or a DIY cage made of chicken wire can add extra rodent protection and make sure nothing nibbles on your plants.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Sep. 2025
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“Snacks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/snacks. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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