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as in to eat
to take a meal
they dined elegantly at the city's finest restaurant before taking in an opera downtown
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Recent Examples of dine
Its 48 mid-century modern guest rooms surround a tropical courtyard where guests can dine under the shade of a giant palm tree at the wine bar and bistro.
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Monica Mendal, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2025
Only four people were dining at the nearby Veggie Grill, and Wildbird restaurant was empty.
—Pat Saperstein, Variety, 13 Apr. 2025
Members also enjoy dining at exclusive restaurants.
—Michael Croley, Robb Report, 11 Apr. 2025
Cool coasters, a tote perfect for picnicking, plus melamine plates that look like the real thing
Spring is here and that means bright colors, dining al fresco and more opportunities to host.
—Ana Calderone, People.com, 10 Apr. 2025
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Monica Mendal, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2025
Only four people were dining at the nearby Veggie Grill, and Wildbird restaurant was empty.
—Pat Saperstein, Variety, 13 Apr. 2025
Members also enjoy dining at exclusive restaurants.
—Michael Croley, Robb Report, 11 Apr. 2025
Cool coasters, a tote perfect for picnicking, plus melamine plates that look like the real thing
Spring is here and that means bright colors, dining al fresco and more opportunities to host.
—Ana Calderone, People.com, 10 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for dine
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dine
Verb
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This spot for soccer fans offers lots of pub fare to eat and drink.—
Liz Rothaus Bertrand,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Mar. 2025
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The calls came while eating lunch, while lying in bed at night.—
Max Klaver,
Miami Herald,
24 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The president took them through the residence, showing off the Lincoln Bedroom and the Yellow Oval Room while regaling the group with historical facts, and finished the jaunt in the Oval Office.—
Reid J. Epstein,
New York Times,
12 Apr. 2025
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There will also be new characters for guests to greet and learn their lore — an eccentric monster hunter and a talented musician who regales guests with songs and tales.—
Samantha Neely,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Carner honors his hero by sampling a clip of Zephaniah speaking on the Brixton riots, but also the potential and hope of the youth to change things.—
Thomas Smith,
Billboard,
24 Apr. 2025
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Across history, grief has long been honored as a sacred rite of passage.—
Devi Brown,
Time,
24 Apr. 2025
Verb
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An impressive reception room and a banqueting hall add to its splendor.—
Fanny Guénon des Mesnards,
Architectural Digest,
18 Jan. 2025
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The exhibition showcases gold, silver, and bronze artifacts that reflect the Thracians’ aristocratic pursuits, including warfare, horsemanship, and banqueting.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
13 Jan. 2025
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Devon Toews’ net-crashing chip-in of a Josh Manson feed at 12:56 of the third period sealed things for the Avs at 3-1 and sucked the life out of a raucous American Airlines Center after Dallas drew within one on Roope Hintz’s power-play goal at 6:45 of the third.—
Mark Lazerus,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2025
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Miami, after a 37-45 NBA regular season wrought with chaos and controversy, hijacked by the Jimmy Butler drama and trade, has fed its fans late cause to hope, at least, if not quite believe yet.—
Greg Cote,
Miami Herald,
19 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Meanwhile, more seals have been feasting more on small fish — leading to a decline in small fish across the region.—
Rick Sobey,
Boston Herald,
27 Apr. 2025
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But predators feasting on the world’s most vulnerable people doesn’t really make for an entertaining movie.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
25 Apr. 2025
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“Dine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dine. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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