as in dinners
a large fancy meal often accompanied by ceremony or entertainment
prepared a celebratory banquet for the graduating class
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State banquets are a rich tradition and an important part of state visits, with diplomatic dinners held to honor a visiting head of state.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
9 Apr. 2025 -
Those who don’t care to take a dip in the Intracoastal will swoon over the heated indoor pool and spa, flanked by a vast patio and outdoor kitchen for those breezy, barefoot dinners under the stars.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Banquets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/banquets. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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