as in snack
a small dish of food served before the main part of a meal
Shrimp with cocktail sauce were served as an appetizer.
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Recent Examples of appetizer
When in season, the soft-shell crab appetizer is especially noteworthy and widely considered a must-try.
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Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2026
The wedding kicked off with an outdoor cocktail hour, where guests sipped signature drinks and enjoyed passed appetizers and charcuterie.
—Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 12 May 2026
The noise of the shots was heard in the ballroom, where guests were finishing an appetizer before the main course at the annual dinner.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 11 May 2026
This trusty appetizer with layers of flavorful Gouda cheese and ham and a sprinkle of everything bagel seasoning is one all ages will love.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 11 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for appetizer
Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2026
The wedding kicked off with an outdoor cocktail hour, where guests sipped signature drinks and enjoyed passed appetizers and charcuterie.
—Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 12 May 2026
The noise of the shots was heard in the ballroom, where guests were finishing an appetizer before the main course at the annual dinner.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 11 May 2026
This trusty appetizer with layers of flavorful Gouda cheese and ham and a sprinkle of everything bagel seasoning is one all ages will love.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 11 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for appetizer
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appetizer
Noun
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On social media, many users reflected on the nostalgia associated with the snack.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
17 May 2026
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And there are the activities, notably multiple golf courses, but also 100 acres of sporting grounds, sports courts, and an array of wellness and fitness facilities, as well as almost a dozen dining venues that offer everything from a snack to an epicurean feast.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
16 May 2026
Noun
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Brother Lawrence Washington’s military service doubtless turned George’s British empires eyes in that direction, yet the temporary nature of Lawrence’s service gave George little more than a taste of what a life at arms entailed.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
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American families who want a convenient holiday without sacrificing taste or style, more than a few trendsetters who enjoy poolside dancing.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 May 2026
Noun
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Located on the roof of the Hyatt Centric hotel, the bar has curated cocktails, and offers an array of bites from sister restaurant 7th Street Standard on the street level of the hotel, including chicken tandoori lollipops and charred rapini flatbread.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
15 May 2026
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Cucumber Tea Sandwiches and mini quiche bites are easy to grab individually and provide substance to the picnic.—
Kylie Petty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 May 2026
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The new mouthful of a name is Signia by Hilton Diplomat Beach Resort.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
8 May 2026
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Still, some marine mammals can’t resist a mouthful of unsalted goodness.—
Sara Kiley Watson,
Popular Science,
18 Mar. 2026
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In recent years, Amazon’s assumption of the Thursday Night Football package and exploratory nibbles from the likes of YouTube have poured billions of bonus bucks into the league’s coffers.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
11 May 2026
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The burger became a viral sensation after Kempczinski posted a video of himself taking a nibble from one and was mocked for his tentative bite.—
Dee-Ann Durbin,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2026
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“Appetizer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appetizer. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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