How to Use luau in a Sentence

luau

noun

• Think of the Golden State Warriors as the pig at a luau.
  — Scott Ostler, San Francisco Chronicle, 12 Dec. 2022
• The gang deals with the fallout of the explosive events that took place at the luau.
  — Rivea Ruff, Essence, 18 Jan. 2022
• The event will be followed by a luau party with hula dancers.
  — Pam Kragen, sandiegouniontribune.com, 28 Sep. 2017
• In good weather, the UkeHut holds a luau, of sorts, for the community.
  — Ilise S. Carter, New York Times, 23 May 2017
• The eatery has been hosting ping-pong matches and plans a Memorial Day luau.
  — Mary Forgione, latimes.com, 25 May 2017
• Like a pig at a luau, the Hawaiian Islands get roasted from below.
  — Daniel Strain, WIRED, 27 May 2011
• The 1,000 degree oven adds a smoky flavor to the pies, which include maple and bacon, BBQ chicken, and Hawaiian luau.
  — Spoon University, USA TODAY College, 25 Apr. 2017
• Admission to the outdoor event was free, and in the evening those who purchased tickets were able to partake in the club’s indoor luau and dance show.
  — Fred Swegles, Orange County Register, 30 May 2017
• The vibe at the new venue was intended to reflect a beach party and luau, which showed early in the day with the number of beach chairs and towels spread out across the grass in front of the main stage.
  — Steve Baltin, Billboard, 10 June 2019
• Hawaiian Style Guy and his family go deep-sea fishing, catch some waves and enjoy a luau in this new episode.
  — Los Angeles Times, 14 Jan. 2022
• In April, Affleck threw the film’s cast and crew a traditional Hawaiian luau.
  — Jodi Guglielmi, PEOPLE.com, 28 May 2018
• Park 101 will say aloha to summer with a luau starting at 4 p.m. today.
  — San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Aug. 2019
• The property includes Gaylord’s Restaurant, the Mahiko Lounge, shops, galleries and a luau venue.
  — Jackie Burrell, The Mercury News, 23 Mar. 2017
• Every night was a luau, with island music and hula girls.
  — Scott Ostler, SFChronicle.com, 17 May 2020
• The next two days are spent in Lahaina, Maui, home base for a cruise among dolphins and whales, a plantation tour, or a traditional luau.
  — Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 17 Apr. 2023
• The photograph comes more than a week after Affleck threw the film’s cast and crew a traditional Hawaiian luau in April.
  — Alexia Fernandez, PEOPLE.com, 3 May 2018
• But then as far as leaping over or riding up onto the roof of the cop car, or flying over the swimming pool at the luau, or taking Michelle Pfeiffer for a wheelie — no.
  — Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 5 Apr. 2023
• Affleck threw the cast and crew of the film a traditional Hawaiian luau the day before Hunnam was photographed frolicking on the beach.
  — Stephanie Petit, PEOPLE.com, 13 May 2018
• A luau party with two nights and four meals including the special luau dinner.
  — Patricia Bicoy, Orange County Register, 8 June 2017
• One family in Hemingway, S.C., turned it into a party and called it a luau.
  — Leslie Kelly, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2021
• Embrace the 70- to 80-degree weather at the holiday luau or with a special treatment from the holiday menu at the resort’s spa.
  — Teresa Bergen, Travel + Leisure, 14 Oct. 2023
• The luau features a tiki bar, Hawaiian buffet and music.
  — Daily Pilot Staff, Daily Pilot, 8 June 2017
• There will be a new insiders tour, reef and dolphin encounters, and table seating for a luau.
  — From Usa Today Network and Wire Reports, USA TODAY, 8 Mar. 2021
• Maui is the next island on the itinerary, with a luau, a drive or helicopter flight to Haleakala Crater, a trip to Hana, or an underwater cruise on the Atlantis submarine.
  — Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 15 Dec. 2021
• Last year, Jeff, the nudist, wandered around the festival grounds in a luau outfit that covered his genitals from most angles.
  — Annalisa Quinn, BostonGlobe.com, 9 Aug. 2023
• The 45-year-old actor threw the cast and crew of his upcoming film, Triple Frontier, a traditional Hawaiian luau on Saturday.
  — Dave Quinn, PEOPLE.com, 22 Apr. 2018
• Also included is a private hula dancing class, so guests can be ready to impress everyone at the next luau.
  — Jessica Poitevien, Travel + Leisure, 23 Apr. 2021
• But what would a trip to Honolulu be without participating in a luau?
  — Joseph Duarte, Houston Chronicle, 21 Dec. 2017
• When not teeing up, scooting out, surfing, snorkeling, or looking for wildlife, soak up some local culture at an on-site luau.
  — Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Oct. 2018
• If a luau or beachfront dinner sounds more enticing than a multi-day hike, consider packing a sundress or two.
  — Erin Johnson, Travel + Leisure, 21 Feb. 2024

Last Updated: 15 Dec 2024