breakfast
noun
break·fast
ˈbrek-fəst 
1
: the first meal of the day especially when taken in the morning
2
: the food prepared for a breakfast
eat your breakfast
breakfast
verb
breakfaster
noun
Examples of breakfast in a Sentence
I had pancakes for breakfast.
Did you have breakfast before you left?
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Think berry parfaits, avocado toast, and housemade waffles for breakfast; and fresh salads, burgers, fish tacos, and shrimp & grits to round out the day and into the night.
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Susan B. Barnes, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2025
Meanwhile, Drew finally shows up — just in time for breakfast.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 27 Apr. 2025
Le Monde reports that French travelers visiting the U.S. are adapting to the fact that the cost of everything has increased by at least 25% in the past few years by staying for a shorter period, using home exchange sites, plus filling up on a large breakfast, and then buying takeaway sandwiches.
—Alex Ledsom, Forbes.com, 26 Apr. 2025
Today, guests can enjoy the front porch rocking chairs, the gazebo, the upper deck sitting area, and daily breakfast.
—Amanda Ogle, Travel + Leisure, 26 Apr. 2025
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Susan B. Barnes, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2025
Meanwhile, Drew finally shows up — just in time for breakfast.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 27 Apr. 2025
Le Monde reports that French travelers visiting the U.S. are adapting to the fact that the cost of everything has increased by at least 25% in the past few years by staying for a shorter period, using home exchange sites, plus filling up on a large breakfast, and then buying takeaway sandwiches.
—Alex Ledsom, Forbes.com, 26 Apr. 2025
Today, guests can enjoy the front porch rocking chairs, the gazebo, the upper deck sitting area, and daily breakfast.
—Amanda Ogle, Travel + Leisure, 26 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for breakfast
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“Breakfast.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/breakfast. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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