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as in feeding
to entertain with a fancy meal
the returning war heroes were feasted all over the country
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as in delighting
to give satisfaction to
feast your eyes on all the fresh flowers at the farmers' market
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Recent Examples of feasting
Today, loyal fans make the drive up Left Hand Canyon to jam out to bluegrass, folk, Americana and other genres while feasting on hearty fare.
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Sarah Kuta, Denver Post, 8 Sep. 2025
Pests can make their way into these small crevices easily, so keeping your appliances clean and free of food will prevent bugs from feasting in your kitchen.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Sep. 2025
On the smaller side, species like the river otter and mink can be found feasting on fish by the water’s edge, while lucky visitors may catch a glimpse of a wolverine roaming the tundra—and these are far from the only predators that call Katmai home.
—Jared Ranahan, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2025
The pests aren't feasting on the wood chips or pine straw, but the fungi, mold, and small insects that decaying organic matter welcome.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 13 Aug. 2025
Then, the infection enters a second phase, when the larvae go on a food journey, feasting on flesh while visiting various organs.
—Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 13 Aug. 2025
They are known for being ambush predators who lie in wait until their prey comes along, usually feasting on small mammals or birds.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Aug. 2025
There are 13 different restaurant and bar options, including Ice House, where practicing your swing goes alongside feasting on Texas-style barbecue.
—Mae Hamilton, Travel + Leisure, 8 Aug. 2025
Predators at a zoo in Denmark could soon be feasting on new donations from the public — their pets.
—Peter Guo, NBC news, 5 Aug. 2025
Sarah Kuta, Denver Post, 8 Sep. 2025
Pests can make their way into these small crevices easily, so keeping your appliances clean and free of food will prevent bugs from feasting in your kitchen.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Sep. 2025
On the smaller side, species like the river otter and mink can be found feasting on fish by the water’s edge, while lucky visitors may catch a glimpse of a wolverine roaming the tundra—and these are far from the only predators that call Katmai home.
—Jared Ranahan, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2025
The pests aren't feasting on the wood chips or pine straw, but the fungi, mold, and small insects that decaying organic matter welcome.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 13 Aug. 2025
Then, the infection enters a second phase, when the larvae go on a food journey, feasting on flesh while visiting various organs.
—Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 13 Aug. 2025
They are known for being ambush predators who lie in wait until their prey comes along, usually feasting on small mammals or birds.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Aug. 2025
There are 13 different restaurant and bar options, including Ice House, where practicing your swing goes alongside feasting on Texas-style barbecue.
—Mae Hamilton, Travel + Leisure, 8 Aug. 2025
Predators at a zoo in Denmark could soon be feasting on new donations from the public — their pets.
—Peter Guo, NBC news, 5 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for feasting
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However, rather than being powered by nuclear fusion, like stars are, the engines of these objects are supermassive black holes greedily feeding on surrounding matter and blasting out energy.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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By simulating Earth with a global climate model, and feeding it a bewildering variety of data, the team brought snapshots of these ancient planets to life in some 85 slices of geological, paleontological history.—
Peter Brannen,
Quanta Magazine,
15 Sep. 2025
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But with the ’80s opulent glam styles trending on fall winter 2025’s runways, expect to see more studded and sequin-delighting dresses across the forthcoming awards season.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
12 Sep. 2025
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To ensure staff are focused on delighting customers, the leadership embodies adaptive mindsets, that inspire commitment and innovation.—
Steve Denning,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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The 21-time PGA Tour winner engaged a small group on a practice green, going over technique, drills and flatstick psychology while also regaling them with stories about golf greats—like how keeping an eye on the hole helped Beth Daniel transform her putting game.—
Mike Dojc,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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On the way back to her workstation after the 0830 all clear, Masako indulged this innocent conceit by regaling some of her Kenjo coworkers with a claim about her father’s apparently magical ability to protect himself and his family from American bombs.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Aug. 2025
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Winning office becomes a matter of pleasing party bosses or local power brokers rather than persuading a broad swath of constituents.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
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The thinking among some academics and business leaders goes that requiring companies to disclose their finances every quarter, as the US has done since 1970, exacerbates Corporate America’s obsession with pleasing the stock market in the short term rather than focusing on long-term value creation.—
Allison Morrow,
CNN Money,
16 Sep. 2025
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The garden is satisfying to Ramona.—
Caron Golden,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Sep. 2025
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Other tasters agreed these anchovies had a meaty texture, which made each fillet a satisfying several bites.—
Bon Appétit,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 Sep. 2025
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The brothers regularly — though separately — participate in events honoring young people making a difference in communities around the world.—
Simon Perry,
PEOPLE,
11 Sep. 2025
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With a farm-to-table philosophy, CHES and Calilo Restaurant serve as extensions of the resort’s deeper mission—honoring Ios’ heritage.—
Caitlin Palumbo,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Saturday begins a warming trend with temperatures rising above normal by the middle of next week and some areas nearing 100°F.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Their survival is not just about warming waters, though.—
Bill Kearney,
Miami Herald,
12 Sep. 2025
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Going to lunch with Hagerty was equivalent to dining with the Queen of England.—
Hannah Shirley,
Twin Cities,
16 Sep. 2025
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At the heart of the resort is the Hotel Collection that puts guests within a short walk from the spa, pool, and dining outlets.—
Regan Stephens,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Sep. 2025
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“Feasting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/feasting. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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