as in dinner
the first meal of the day
a big/good/hearty breakfast
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Recent Examples of breakfast
Jason D. Greenblatt, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Apr. 2025
Stay here: Dunton Townhouse, run by the same people behind the famous Dunton Hot Springs, is a snug five-room bed and breakfast (yes, inside a townhouse) in the heart of Telluride.
—Sophie-Claire Hoeller, Vogue, 21 Mar. 2025
His mum, Linda, quit her job and moved into a bed and breakfast in Salisbury to be near him, while his dad, Dave, visited every weekend and his close network of friends took it in turns to visit.
—Rob Tanner, The Athletic, 21 Mar. 2025
All of the appliances and utilities have been modernized for a fully functional living space, and the sunken outdoor dining space is extra romantic for a post-nuptials breakfast for the love birds.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 21 Mar. 2025
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Noun
According to Bruno, as well as trying to settle in at around 10 p.m., Pancake has also made a habit of napping in the same spot just after his breakfast.
—Jason D. Greenblatt, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Apr. 2025
Stay here: Dunton Townhouse, run by the same people behind the famous Dunton Hot Springs, is a snug five-room bed and breakfast (yes, inside a townhouse) in the heart of Telluride.
—Sophie-Claire Hoeller, Vogue, 21 Mar. 2025
His mum, Linda, quit her job and moved into a bed and breakfast in Salisbury to be near him, while his dad, Dave, visited every weekend and his close network of friends took it in turns to visit.
—Rob Tanner, The Athletic, 21 Mar. 2025
All of the appliances and utilities have been modernized for a fully functional living space, and the sunken outdoor dining space is extra romantic for a post-nuptials breakfast for the love birds.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 21 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for breakfast
Noun
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For the Minimalist x Sophia Roe S.R Collection ceramic dinner plates $320 NET-A-PORTER This set of four ceramic, dishwasher-safe dinner plates are heirloom-worthy.—
Erika Owen,
Vogue,
5 Apr. 2025
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About once a month, the speakeasy hosts a dinner event where guests are invited to eat, drink and pick owner and master mixologist Stefan Huebner’s brain about the fascinating world of spirits.—
Samantha Husted,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Prior to the dance, children lunched on chicken chow mein, egg rolls and rice.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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Facing widespread accusations of election fraud, the regime lunched an unprecedented wave of violent crackdowns that landed more than 2,000 people in prison, including opposition politicians, human rights activists and journalists.—
Antonio Maria Delgado,
Miami Herald,
7 Feb. 2025
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Set up tents, arts and crafts stations, and a cafeteria-style buffet.—
Maggie Griswold,
StyleCaster,
1 Apr. 2025
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This Easter brunch centers around champagne and a buffet.—
Abby Hamblin,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Stainless-steel appliances dot the culinary showpiece, next to a breakfast nook with backlights perfect for midnight snacking.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
10 Apr. 2025
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Some people snack at night to cope with stress, boredom, or sadness.—
Johna Burdeos,
Health,
8 Apr. 2025
Noun
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My son Philip, 33 then, and his wife Madeline drove into the yard after supper.—
Horace R. Hinkley,
Outdoor Life,
19 Mar. 2025
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From convenient weeknight supper ideas packed with flavor to pretty tablecloths and settings that will upgrade your Easter entertaining, there are bargains down every aisle of ALDI to serve up fresh inspiration around your house.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
13 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The specifics of the award’s presentation — such as whether or not there will be nominees or just a winner announced — will be determined by the Academy’s board of governors and executive leadership at a future date.—
Scott Feinberg,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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Since then, the city has paid $15,000 to the Small Cities Organized Risk Effort monthly to adhere to its 90-Day Notice of Intent to Terminate board membership, according to the city’s staff report.—
Emma Hall,
Sacbee.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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As ever boasts a wide array of fruit spreads, teas, honey, flower sprinkles and more, and is looking to expand further into hospitality and home goods.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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However, these additions alter tea's nutritional content.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Verywell Health,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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An ounce of salmon jerky packs 14 grams of protein, while the same serving of beef jerky contains 10 grams.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
8 Apr. 2025
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Be mindful that a serving of avocado is about one-third of a medium avocado or 50 grams.—
Ann Pietrangelo,
Verywell Health,
7 Apr. 2025
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“Breakfast.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breakfast. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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