as in meal
food eaten or prepared for eating at one time
monks taking their evening repast in silence
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Recent Examples of repast
News Desk, Artforum, 27 Nov. 2024
Linger long enough over this memorable repast and there’s likely to be a discussion about what everyone’s favorite sweet ended up on the top of the list.
—Leslie Kelly, Forbes, 23 Oct. 2024
Also a nice outdoor, low key repast, The Wine Garden serves a fine branzino and a bevy of great pasta dishes, in addition to a solid wine list, all tucked in at 608 Breakers Avenue, a block to the west from The Four Seasons and W hotels.
—Kathleen Turner, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
Last Supper Museum in Douglas Boasting over 2,500 depictions of the legendary repast, The Last Supper Museum America Inc. houses an extensive collection of artworks, replicas and memorabilia inspired by Leonardo da Vinci's renowned mural.
—Tiffany Acosta, The Arizona Republic, 2 Aug. 2024
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Noun
When the repast was over, diners were invited to toss their plates, glasses, and silverware into the trench, which was then filled in with dirt.
—News Desk, Artforum, 27 Nov. 2024
Linger long enough over this memorable repast and there’s likely to be a discussion about what everyone’s favorite sweet ended up on the top of the list.
—Leslie Kelly, Forbes, 23 Oct. 2024
Also a nice outdoor, low key repast, The Wine Garden serves a fine branzino and a bevy of great pasta dishes, in addition to a solid wine list, all tucked in at 608 Breakers Avenue, a block to the west from The Four Seasons and W hotels.
—Kathleen Turner, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
Last Supper Museum in Douglas Boasting over 2,500 depictions of the legendary repast, The Last Supper Museum America Inc. houses an extensive collection of artworks, replicas and memorabilia inspired by Leonardo da Vinci's renowned mural.
—Tiffany Acosta, The Arizona Republic, 2 Aug. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for repast
Noun
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But also because the meal can be a beautiful, crunchy thing in the right hands.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2025
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Chow will consist of two MREs (Meals Ready to Eat) and one hot meal per day.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
8 June 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
Noun
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These are bright and zippy, a great contrast to any other sweets on the menu.—
Ann Taylor Pittman,
Southern Living,
8 June 2025
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Yes, rock legend documentaries, gritty and goofy B-pictures and unfairly maligned high-concept comedies are on the menu this month for Netflix subscribers—guys, this is a good month.—
Travis Bean,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
Verb
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DeWitt has feasted on the goodwill of fans, sliding by on bobbleheads and nostalgia.—
Katie Woo,
New York Times,
11 June 2025
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For those who want to feast like Caligula, the hotel offers an in-room Imperial Breakfast that’s more a tasting menu than a morning meal.—
Nicole Trilivas,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
Verb
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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
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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
Verb
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As godmother, Ross will partake in the ship’s naming ceremony, blessing Star of the Seas, which will take place in the ship’s AquaTheater, a venue with panoramic ocean views.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
6 June 2025
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Sweeney also partook in the film, as did her SNL co-star Kevin Nealon.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
4 June 2025
Verb
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The Packers have fared just fine without Rodgers, making the postseason in their first two year behind the arm of Jordan Love, but their new franchise quarterback has yet to take the next step into becoming a superstar, like Rodgers was in Green Bay for so many years.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 June 2025
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How other former Huskies fared Paige Bueckers, Dallas Wings: The star rookie has missed four straight games since she was placed in concussion protocol on May 29, though she was cleared to play Sunday against the Minnesota Lynx.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
10 June 2025
Verb
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Even though diet culture often frames snacking as a negative—an unbridled act of gluttony at best, and a sign of moral weakness at worst—reaching for an edible pick-me-up when the hunger pangs hit is the most natural thing in the world.—
Caroline Tien,
SELF,
6 June 2025
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Other responses ranged from snacking on construction materials to being physically repulsed by a customer's name at work.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 June 2025
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“Repast.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/repast. Accessed 20 Jun. 2025.
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