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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Fast food is a a type of dining from restaurants selling quick, convenient meals, World Food and Wine says.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
14 July 2025
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Here’s what Texas employees need to know about rest periods, meal breaks and your rights on the clock.—
Tiffani Jackson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 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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Known for the invention of famous menu items like the piña colada (created at the Caribe Hilton in San Juan) and the Waldorf salad (created at Waldorf Astoria New York), Hilton’s culinary programming continues to evolve.—
Ramsey Qubein,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Pick up these two new Popeyes menu items both in-store and online at participating restaurants across the United States.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
14 July 2025
Verb
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Millions of periodical cicadas bide their time, feasting on tree roots and counting the years.—
Sarah Henry,
The Courier-Journal,
8 July 2025
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The Spain and Gotham striker could feast on the supply line in group-stage games against Italy, Portugal and Belgium.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
2 July 2025
Verb
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Culling from the Food team’s reporting and writing in June, Danielle Dorsey has more suggestions on where to dine right now in Los Angeles.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
5 July 2025
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In addition to Vice President JD Vance, a steady stream of high-profile Kid Rock friends have already dined in his new restaurant, according to his social media postings.—
Mackensy Lunsford,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
Verb
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Which means in the near future Massachusetts patrons can step into a pot cafe, order some Super Silver Haze and partake on site.—
Boston Herald editorial staff,
Boston Herald,
20 June 2025
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In the foothills of Tennessee’s Great Smoky Mountains, for instance, guests can stay at the idyllic 4,200-acre Blackberry Farm and partake in fly fishing, horseback riding and the property’s 170,000-strong wine cellar.—
Jacqui Palumbo,
CNN Money,
10 June 2025
Verb
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How people at every income level will fare: Unable to view our graphics?—
Jim Sergent,
USA Today,
5 July 2025
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Blum has historically been candid with his reactions to how his studio's products are faring in the marketplace.—
Ryan Coleman Updated,
EW.com,
3 July 2025
Verb
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But when either snacking on regular bone-in rodents or a calcium-rich diet, snake cell crypts featured plenty of calcium, phosphorus, and iron spheroids.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
9 July 2025
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Abi Ferris was up bright and early June 13 snacking on a small charcuterie of apples, cheese and hummus while her mom, Nicole Ferris, braided her hair.—
Kirsten Fiscus,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
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“Repast.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/repast. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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