dine on
verb
dined on; dining on; dines on
somewhat formal
: to eat (something) for dinner
We dined on pasta and fresh vegetables.
They dined on chicken every day for a month.
animals dining on fruits, leaves, and insects
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As a special thank-you, Rewards Members who dine on Mother’s Day will receive $5 off their next purchase of $25 or more, valid May 11-31.
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Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 Apr. 2026
Wake up refreshed and dine on-site at Ellie’s Restaurant for Southern brunch favorites.
—Sarah Miller, Midwest Living, 29 Apr. 2026
Spend lazy days pier fishing, shell hunting, dining on iconic, Calabash-style seafood, and savoring spectacular sunrises and sunsets.
—Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 17 Apr. 2026
After a cocktail hour, attendees get their seat assignments and dine on fine cuisine while they get acquainted and exchange gossip with their neighbors.
—Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 16 Apr. 2026
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Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 Apr. 2026
Wake up refreshed and dine on-site at Ellie’s Restaurant for Southern brunch favorites.
—Sarah Miller, Midwest Living, 29 Apr. 2026
Spend lazy days pier fishing, shell hunting, dining on iconic, Calabash-style seafood, and savoring spectacular sunrises and sunsets.
—Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 17 Apr. 2026
After a cocktail hour, attendees get their seat assignments and dine on fine cuisine while they get acquainted and exchange gossip with their neighbors.
—Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 16 Apr. 2026
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“Dine on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dine%20on. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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