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verb

as in to regale
to entertain with a fancy meal a lobbyist who regularly junkets politicians who are friendly toward the oil industry

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Recent Examples of junket
Noun
LaTanya, 75, spoke to PEOPLE exclusively while attending the 2025 Tony Awards junket at Sofitel New York in N.Y.C. on Thursday, May 8. Toria Sheffield, People.com, 10 May 2025 When Officer Slater learns that the scheduling conflict was caused by an invitation to attend a junket hosted by the Historical Law Society, and later, that Doussaint’s companion at the junket was not his wife but Chloe the consultant, well. Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 9 May 2025
Verb
The studio is junketing the film for international press from June 18-19, which means that most of its interviews will be banked if the talks with SAG-AFTRA falter. Matt Donnelly, Variety, 13 June 2023 See All Example Sentences for junket
Recent Examples of Synonyms for junket
Noun
  • Each of the six itineraries is an experiential deep dive of immersive cultural moments, unforgettable active excursions, the most stunning sights and indulgent cuisine.
    Larry Olmsted, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
  • Noise-reducing Earplugs Sometimes a European city break means sticking to a small budget and finding ways to stretch your budget to see as many cities or enjoy as many excursions as possible.
    Gregory Robinson, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2025
Verb
  • There are also 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, 23 May 2025
  • Ars Video As in the books, Murderbot is the central narrator, regaling us with his observations of the humans with their silly ways and discomfiting outbursts of emotion.
    ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 19 May 2025
Noun
  • The fee-free days only waive fees for standard amenities, which do not include fees or costs associated with campground reservations, cabin rentals or special tours.
    Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 June 2025
  • Following the Europe dates, Minogue plans to take the tour to South America and Mexico.
    Caroline Frost, Deadline, 14 June 2025
Verb
  • An impressive reception room and a banqueting hall add to its splendor.
    Fanny Guénon des Mesnards, Architectural Digest, 18 Jan. 2025
  • 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
Noun
  • The zippy 800 hp motorboat will be available to rent for a full or half day, with both hotel guests and visitors able to enjoy private jaunts.
    Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 5 June 2025
  • One weekend in 1986, on a jaunt in a rented cabin with her soon-to-be-ex-lover, Alison Bechdel, a virtually unknown cartoonist in her twenties living in the Twin Cities, had an anxiety attack.
    Charlie Tyson, New Yorker, 4 June 2025
Verb
  • Nas will deliver a powerful set, and Doug E. Fresh will honor ESSENCE’s 55th anniversary with a performance of the ages.
    Okla Jones, Essence, 10 June 2025
  • The year’s biggest prize, the Ultimate Icon Award, will honor four Black entertainers who have made history with their success: singer Mariah Carey, actor and singer Jamie Foxx, gospel singer Kirk Franklin and rapper Snoop Dogg.
    Toni Fitzgerald, Forbes.com, 9 June 2025
Verb
  • The mushrooms are cultivated using solid-state fermentation, a process in which the mycelium feeds on gluten-free organic oats and transforms them into bioavailable nutrients.
    Boutayna Chokrane, Wired News, 6 June 2025
  • Many people also send donations to or place qurbani orders in Muslim countries to feed disadvantaged people.
    Monica Haider, CNN Money, 6 June 2025
Verb
  • Family Eats, Cool Treats & Local Flavor Fuel your beach day with a seaside meal at local favorites like Beach House or Lucky Fish, where ocean breezes and family-friendly menus make dining a breeze.
    Rita Wells, Miami Herald, 13 June 2025
  • Infantino has appeared at Trump's rallies, dined with him at Davos, and even presented him with a replica of the FIFA Club World Cup trophy — now displayed in the Oval Office.
    Jesus Mesa, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 June 2025

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“Junket.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/junket. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.

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