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As described in the New Testament, a Seder was the last supper of Jesus Christ, who was Jewish.
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Jose R. Gonzalez, AZCentral.com, 28 Mar. 2026
Slices of the cheesy, savory pastry are equally appropriate for breakfast, brunch, lunch, a snack, a first course for dinner or the main course for a light supper.
—Georgeanne Brennan, Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2026
Sky’s remake of NBC’s 50-year-old comedy series has had a mixed set of reviews, which skew positive on the whole, and has already produced a couple of breakout moments — not least Jack Shep’s memorable Princess Diana at David Attenborough’s spoof last supper.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 22 Mar. 2026
His huddles at times resemble a family Sunday supper after the conversation turns to politics – everyone yelling, nobody listening, Izzo’s face reddening and a whiteboard left broken, the innocent victim of all the arguing (though they are rumored to be pre-cut to avoid splintering).
—Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 19 Mar. 2026
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Jose R. Gonzalez, AZCentral.com, 28 Mar. 2026
Slices of the cheesy, savory pastry are equally appropriate for breakfast, brunch, lunch, a snack, a first course for dinner or the main course for a light supper.
—Georgeanne Brennan, Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2026
Sky’s remake of NBC’s 50-year-old comedy series has had a mixed set of reviews, which skew positive on the whole, and has already produced a couple of breakout moments — not least Jack Shep’s memorable Princess Diana at David Attenborough’s spoof last supper.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 22 Mar. 2026
His huddles at times resemble a family Sunday supper after the conversation turns to politics – everyone yelling, nobody listening, Izzo’s face reddening and a whiteboard left broken, the innocent victim of all the arguing (though they are rumored to be pre-cut to avoid splintering).
—Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 19 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for supper
Noun
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In millions of American homes, while parents were making dinner or paying bills, their kids were in another room scrolling social media and talking to chatbots.—
Jeannie Suk Gersen,
New Yorker,
9 Apr. 2026
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Cap off your trip with dinner in The Gulch, an upscale dining and shopping hub.—
Lauren Schuster,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
Noun
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But House Democrats say their removal from committee doesn't go far enough, lodging an ethics complaint against Engen and Hudson after a photo taken hours before the arrest showing the pair eating lunch and drinking at a restaurant nearby before returning to the Capitol for floor debate afterwards.—
Caroline Cummings,
CBS News,
8 Apr. 2026
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There’s a shaded patio out there that just begs for long, slow lunch or brunch visits, or splitting a rib-eye steak Diane at night.—
Bud Kennedy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Apr. 2026
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HaLani is a casual open air spot serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner right by the pools.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Apr. 2026
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The good news is that this does not have to mean obscure powders, expensive berries flown in from Japan, or a breakfast that tastes like punishment.—
Siya Bhambwani,
Vogue,
6 Apr. 2026
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The 64-year-old actor will be honored at a luncheon hosted by Virgin Hotels Dallas on April 24.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 Apr. 2026
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The luncheon supports the Celebrating Maya Scholarships and Emerging Poetry Awards.—
Eric E. Harrison,
Arkansas Online,
4 Apr. 2026
Noun
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WineSafe and snack containers are also available.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
13 Apr. 2026
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Pepsi, the soda and snack giant which bought her company, has taken notice.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
12 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The Bowie House also has added a Sunday tea in April and part of May.—
Bud Kennedy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Apr. 2026
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The top tier were the healthiest plant foods — whole grains, fruits, vegetables, vegetable oils, nuts, legumes, and tea and coffee.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
8 Apr. 2026
Noun
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In Reddit threads, some passengers praised the variety and convenience, noting short lines and easy access compared to busier buffet areas.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
11 Apr. 2026
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Breakfast, part buffet, part à la carte, is a proper meal to be enjoyed at leisure in the garden, with birds swooping in to steal the crumbs.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Two people were killed at a funeral repast on Detroit's east side in late February.—
Terell Bailey,
CBS News,
7 Mar. 2026
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Funeral planning was still underway as of the afternoon of March 3, but the service and repast are expected to be well attended.—
Darcie Moran,
Freep.com,
4 Mar. 2026
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“Supper.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/supper. Accessed 14 Apr. 2026.
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