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as in dinner
a large fancy meal often accompanied by ceremony or entertainment
They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a feast at a fancy banquet hall with their closest friends and family.
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as in joy
a source of great satisfaction
the colorful Mardi Gras parade is a feast for the senses
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as in abundance
an amount or supply more than sufficient to meet one's needs
on the Internet there's a feast of information about this medical condition
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as in to delight
to give satisfaction to
feast your eyes on all the fresh flowers at the farmers' market
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Recent Examples of feast
Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 12 Mar. 2025
Meanwhile, private chefs are on hand to prepare bespoke feasts 24/7, from al fresco luncheons to intimate candlelit dinners.
—Lysanne Currie, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
Jason Chau, Travel + Leisure, 9 Mar. 2025
Gray seals are found in coastal waters across the North Atlantic Ocean and typically feast on fish, crustaceans, squid, octopus and sometimes seabirds, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
—CBS News, 4 Mar. 2025
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Noun
How ‘easy money’ from Uncle Sam made Miami a feast for PPP fraudsters
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The Wades’ trial in October followed that of another Broward Sheriff’s Office deputy who had served on the agency’s SWAT team.
—Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 12 Mar. 2025
Meanwhile, private chefs are on hand to prepare bespoke feasts 24/7, from al fresco luncheons to intimate candlelit dinners.
—Lysanne Currie, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
Verb
Torti is the resort's pool and beach bar, where diners can feast on bento boxes and sushi.
—Jason Chau, Travel + Leisure, 9 Mar. 2025
Gray seals are found in coastal waters across the North Atlantic Ocean and typically feast on fish, crustaceans, squid, octopus and sometimes seabirds, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
—CBS News, 4 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for feast
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Everyone is a suspect — all 157 members of staff and guests at a state dinner for Australian dignitaries, where the murder mystery occurs — as Cordelia investigates the upstairs, downstairs, and secret backstairs of Washington, D.C.'s most famous mansion.—
Staff Author,
EW.com,
22 Mar. 2025
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In the evenings, parents gathered to watch kids play in the makeshift roads before dinner and bedtime.—
Courtney Crowder,
USA TODAY,
22 Mar. 2025
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During a press conference moderated by Variety, Pascal noted that his scenes with Luna were a joy to play after being separated for much of season 1.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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The world would bloom with new energy, novel ideas, and joy.—
Jed Gottlieb,
Boston Herald,
28 Mar. 2025
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This was done out of an abundance of caution and the safety of our customers remains our top priority.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
21 Mar. 2025
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Why the Chomps Beef Sticks Recall Was Issued This recall was initiated voluntarily by Idaho Smokehouse Partners, LLC, the manufacturer of Chomps beef sticks out of an abundance of caution after recieving two consumer complaints reporting pieces of metal in the product.—
Stephanie Gravalese,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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Brody worked the room like an architect with a plan, getting animated in a discussion with Board of Governors member Rita Wilson and then regaling SAG Award orator Jane Fonda at the bar.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA TODAY,
27 Feb. 2025
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One hundred years from now — if artificial intelligence hasn’t put journalists out of work — a future writer might regale us with the story of the next Cecile Steele.—
Kenny Torrella,
Vox,
9 Feb. 2025
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Make Time for Tea Next door, Draper Blooms Tea Garden delights with a formal tea service that features scrumptious finger sandwiches, vanilla scones, seasonal jams, and bite-size sweets, like brownies and breads.—
Erin Gifford,
Southern Living,
22 Mar. 2025
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Gentle Great Dane Meeting New Baby Brother By Alyce Collins Life and Trends Reporter Newsweek Is A Trust Project Member news article 0 A toddler's adorable bond with his Great Dane companion has delighted the internet, showing that every boy needs a four-legged friend.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
21 Mar. 2025
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The Ritz Carlton, Laguna Niguel even put together an Indian cultural committee (with members including food-and-beverage managers and directors in finance, operations and banquets) that supports Rawat at Kahani and during the over-the-top Diwali feasts he’s created at the hotel.—
Andy Wang,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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The former England soccer captain is an ambassador for The King's Foundation, the sovereign's longtime charity promoting sustainability through practical training, which sent students and alumni to the glam banquet before the King and Queen's trip to Italy in April.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
11 Mar. 2025
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Other treats like a peach ice cream sandwich, pecan caramel corn, and white chocolate pecan cookie will only set you back between $1.50-$3.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
22 Mar. 2025
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There were roaming free, there were lots of handlers around giving out treats.—
Dory Jackson,
People.com,
21 Mar. 2025
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However, the clothing store will honor gift cards and store credit until April 15.—
Ella Gonzales,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 Mar. 2025
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Rahm isn’t the first to honor his nation with his food choices at the prestigious dinner.—
Ben Church,
CNN,
19 Mar. 2025
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“Feast.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/feast. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.
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