as in menus
food eaten or prepared for eating at one time
all she wants to do is sit quietly after the large Thanksgiving meal
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Recent Examples of meals
Thermolon Volt ceramic nonstick is designed especially for kitchen electrics, meaning PFAS-free, healthier meals and food slides right off.
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ABC News, 16 May 2026
More than 1,000 students took advantage of that opportunity last year, sitting in on classes and meals, attending social events and sleeping over.
—Jon Marcus, NPR, 16 May 2026
In the capital city of Edinburgh, new, creative openings continue to spring up, from immersive fine dining experiences to casual everyday meals.
—Carinne Geil Botta, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
The precautionary order forced several residents to order takeout, restaurant meals and water delivery.
—Larry Seward, CBS News, 16 May 2026
As Kevin Jackson of EXP Journeys told Conde Nast Traveler, parents are increasingly the ones requesting screen-free trips on behalf of their kids — wanting children to experience meals, hikes and downtime without the pull of a device.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 16 May 2026
The best meals at Hawkers Asian Street Food are enjoyed with friends at a full table, with copious plates–among the options are pork belly baos, roti canai, chili crisp wontons, and chicken dumplings–to share.
—Terry Ward, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2026
Beyond the convenience factor, Just Bare’s chicken bites are an economical option too, generally ringing out at Sam’s Club for about $14 for a three-pound bag, which can carry us for several meals.
—Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 9 May 2026
Enjoy three meals a day at the lodge, including candlelight dinners, and a pianist in the cozy dining room.
—Jess Hoffert, Midwest Living, 9 May 2026
ABC News, 16 May 2026
More than 1,000 students took advantage of that opportunity last year, sitting in on classes and meals, attending social events and sleeping over.
—Jon Marcus, NPR, 16 May 2026
In the capital city of Edinburgh, new, creative openings continue to spring up, from immersive fine dining experiences to casual everyday meals.
—Carinne Geil Botta, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
The precautionary order forced several residents to order takeout, restaurant meals and water delivery.
—Larry Seward, CBS News, 16 May 2026
As Kevin Jackson of EXP Journeys told Conde Nast Traveler, parents are increasingly the ones requesting screen-free trips on behalf of their kids — wanting children to experience meals, hikes and downtime without the pull of a device.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 16 May 2026
The best meals at Hawkers Asian Street Food are enjoyed with friends at a full table, with copious plates–among the options are pork belly baos, roti canai, chili crisp wontons, and chicken dumplings–to share.
—Terry Ward, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2026
Beyond the convenience factor, Just Bare’s chicken bites are an economical option too, generally ringing out at Sam’s Club for about $14 for a three-pound bag, which can carry us for several meals.
—Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 9 May 2026
Enjoy three meals a day at the lodge, including candlelight dinners, and a pianist in the cozy dining room.
—Jess Hoffert, Midwest Living, 9 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for meals
Noun
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All restaurants listed on the Texas Monthly ranking had to have opened, reopened or expanded their menus between August 2024 and March 2026 to qualify.—
Ella Gonzales,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 May 2026
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But here are some of the ways restaurants describe their fees on websites or menus.—
Miguel Otárola,
Denver Post,
18 May 2026
Noun
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There’s a swimming pool and an outdoor kitchen, for family dinners at home after long days on the beach, and lots of smaller cafés and convenience shops a quick walk away.—
Elly Leavitt,
Vogue,
14 May 2026
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Stop in for the homey buffet lunches and dinners, if only for the panoramic views of Sweden.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 May 2026
Noun
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Changes to school lunches These school nutrition directors were surveyed in October 2025, and since then, additional factors may threaten the robustness of school lunch programs.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
29 Apr. 2026
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Those types of lunches were later served on lunch wagons and, finally, in restaurants like Ono Hawaiian BBQ.—
Jake Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Oct. 2025
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“Meals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/meals. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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