How to Use brunch in a Sentence

brunch

noun
  • Start with brunch on the square.
    — Katy Spratte Joyce, Midwest Living, 31 Mar. 2026
  • No need to dress for brunch out.
    — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 16 May 2026
  • No one wants to do math over brunch.
    — Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 30 Mar. 2026
  • Be the star of brunch with this rich, oniony quiche.
    — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2026
  • In the ’70s, brunch was a big thing.
    — Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 25 Oct. 2025
  • Weekend brunch is on the way too.
    — Charlotte Observer, 23 June 2026
  • That holds true for the weekend brunch.
    — Greg Mellen, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
  • Weekend brunch is a thing here, too.
    — Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 25 June 2026
  • But brunch and happy hour are our sweet spots.
    — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 21 June 2026
  • Quiche doesn't have to just be reserved for brunch!
    — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 18 June 2026
  • This is a dish that will make any brunch complete.
    — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 4 Mar. 2026
  • My kids have been to two or three of my drag brunches.
    — Marah Eakin, Vulture, 26 June 2026
  • This can be served for breakfast, brunch, or lunch.
    — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2026
  • Bookmark this taco-egg mashup for the next time you host brunch.
    — Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Jan. 2026
  • This would work best for an office look or a brunch with the girls.
    — Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 23 July 2024
  • Or, style them with a dressy blouse and heeled boots to grab brunch with the girls.
    — Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
  • Adults love their brunch toasts, and there’s no reason kids shouldn’t too.
    — Alyssa Jung, Good Housekeeping, 31 May 2022
  • So-and-so was tagged out for drinks, someone else was out for brunch.
    — Anna Russell, The New Yorker, 21 Dec. 2021
  • If this brunch happens to be a potluck, be sure and bring the recipe along.
    — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 4 Mar. 2026
  • This cheesy side will wow all your Easter brunch guests.
    — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 1 Apr. 2026
  • Add a few baked goods or true-to-fashion brunch items to the menu as well.
    — Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Apr. 2026
  • An à la carte brunch menu will also be available.
    — Ana Khan, Houston Chronicle, 3 Apr. 2026
  • No brunch has been able to fill Perly's shoes since then.
    — Katherine Polcari, Southern Living, 24 Aug. 2025
  • Wash brunch down with coffee, cold brew or a mimosa.
    — Usa Today Network, USA Today, 17 Apr. 2026
  • Made for a bridal brunch, and everyone raved about it.
    — Krissy Tiglias, Southern Living, 8 Feb. 2026
  • The rest of the family was due there in a few hours for brunch.
    — Meg Kissinger, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 11 Aug. 2021
  • Not everyone wants to booze with their brunch.
    — Ashlyn Ware, Midwest Living, 20 June 2026
  • This brunch usually books up, so call soon.
    — Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Mar. 2026
  • Come to think of it, our brunch waiter had trouble, too.
    — R29 Team, Refinery29, 19 Sep. 2025
  • Throw on a wool coat, leggings, and heeled boots for date night or brunch with friends.
    — Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 23 Feb. 2024

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