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
Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 25 May 2025
The yacht club also shared footage of the gift table at the event, which included gear for Widger, snacks for Phoenix and cards for both travelers.
—Bailey Richards, People.com, 25 May 2025
Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2025
But there's also a broader shift toward healthier eating habits, which together with economic trends, is changing how and what people snack on, said Ortega.
—Betty Lin-Fisher, USA Today, 1 May 2025
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Noun
The snack of choice, according to the veteran forward who is wrapping up his 16th NHL season: A chocolate chip cookie dough Blizzard from Dairy Queen.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 25 May 2025
The yacht club also shared footage of the gift table at the event, which included gear for Widger, snacks for Phoenix and cards for both travelers.
—Bailey Richards, People.com, 25 May 2025
Verb
Packed with bold umami, fresh herbs, and a touch of sweetness, this fusion salsa is perfect for spring and summer snacking.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2025
But there's also a broader shift toward healthier eating habits, which together with economic trends, is changing how and what people snack on, said Ortega.
—Betty Lin-Fisher, USA Today, 1 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for snack
Noun
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The young girl took a bite of the guacamole and flashed a thumbs up.—
Raven Brunner,
People.com,
26 May 2025
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While there is a timeline for all the moving parts of the day from guest arrivals to late-night bites at the after-party, planners need to be ready for anything.—
Shelby Wax,
Vogue,
25 May 2025
Verb
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The dad got out his black and pink semi-automatic pistol and hit his older son in the face, causing the gun to go off and graze the boy’s ear and jaw, according to investigators.—
Olivia Lloyd,
Miami Herald,
20 May 2025
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During a July 13 rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, a 20-year-old gunman opened fire on Mr. Trump, grazing his ear with a bullet.—
Faris Tanyos,
CBS News,
16 May 2025
Noun
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Miss Manners has seen people who want to talk through a mouthful of food cover their mouths like this, but not those trying to modulate their voices. Is lowering your volume just too obvious?—
Judith Martin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 May 2025
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Hydrogen peroxide with a 3% concentration is the concentration sold in most pharmacies. Take a small mouthful of the mixture and tilt your head back.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
12 May 2025
Verb
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Your smartly dressed table can nosh on dishes from a terrace overlooking the sea.—
DeMarco Williams,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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For one day only—Friday, March 28—fans flocked to the temporary establishment to hear Sheeran perform while drinking Guinness and noshing on classic bar fare, including roast beef sandwiches and french fries.—
Katie Schultz,
Architectural Digest,
31 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Pulling together a quick nibble to serve with a cocktail when the neighbors unexpectedly pop over for happy hour?—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
27 May 2025
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Sip on the excellent cocktails and enjoy succulent burgers, prawn bao buns or nibbles while surveying Trafalgar Square, the London Eye and many more of the city’s most recognisable landmarks.—
Joanne Shurvell,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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“Snack.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/snack. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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