as in taste
a food served in small portions before the main part of a meal
a tray of assorted hors d'oeuvres
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As the night unfolded, custom martinis and margaritas were sipped, and caviar dress hors d'oeuvres were nibbled on, all while guests danced to upbeat DJ mixes by model Ruby Aldridge and Va$htie.
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Kiana Murden, Vogue, 19 Apr. 2024
As hors d'oeuvres and champagne glasses were passed, luminaries from the art world arrived in resplendent fashion; Misty Copeland graced the scene in a black floral bustier dress, while Agnes Gund shimmered in a sequined black jacket.
—Maia Torres, Vogue, 9 Apr. 2024
For pre-dinner hors d'oeuvres, try the cheese and charcuterie board with one of the many specialty cocktails or craft beers.
—Kira Turnbull, Travel + Leisure, 2 Apr. 2024
The reception kicked off with a cocktail hour, as well as hors d'oeuvres including crab cakes, bruschetta and buffalo chicken spring rolls.
—Erin Clack, Peoplemag, 14 Dec. 2023
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Kiana Murden, Vogue, 19 Apr. 2024
As hors d'oeuvres and champagne glasses were passed, luminaries from the art world arrived in resplendent fashion; Misty Copeland graced the scene in a black floral bustier dress, while Agnes Gund shimmered in a sequined black jacket.
—Maia Torres, Vogue, 9 Apr. 2024
For pre-dinner hors d'oeuvres, try the cheese and charcuterie board with one of the many specialty cocktails or craft beers.
—Kira Turnbull, Travel + Leisure, 2 Apr. 2024
The reception kicked off with a cocktail hour, as well as hors d'oeuvres including crab cakes, bruschetta and buffalo chicken spring rolls.
—Erin Clack, Peoplemag, 14 Dec. 2023
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If the Yankees go on to lose this series, Boone’s characteristic over-thinking will leave a bitter taste in an awful lot of loudly cursing mouths, although the manager wasn’t alone in his haplessness.Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 26 Oct. 2024
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Named after one of Europe’s tallest peaks, this stylish yet relaxed hotel has long been a favorite, combining a rich history with today's tastes.Rooksana Hossenally, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2024
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Each bite is the perfect combination of creamy sauce and tender veggies.Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Oct. 2024
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Rat bites were a hazard, as were infections from bathing in seawater polluted by garbage and human waste.Dorothy Wickenden, The New Yorker, 28 Oct. 2024
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Further artworks and design touches can be seen throughout from the likes of Ian Rayer-Smith, Jo Taylor, Françoise Delaire, Gabriel Leung, George Blacklock, and Ewan David.Felicity Carter, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
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Donovan noted that he’s stayed in touch with some of his fellow cast members, joining Bilson and Clarke on several episodes of their podcast Welcome to the O.C., Bitches!John Russell, People.com, 29 Oct. 2024
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However, as the quest to be superior to competitors continues to drive retailers, especially as AI’s capabilities get more refined, personalization has taken its spot at center stage.Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 28 Oct. 2024
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Discover which essential items deserve a spot on your cleaning checklist, along with tips to ensure they are cleaned properly and thoroughly.Halee Miller Van Ryswyk, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2024
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Squeeze a drop of shampoo onto a damp cloth or towel to wipe away greasy cooking debris from whatever surface was hit, including the counter, stovetop, or backsplash.Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 26 Oct. 2024
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As of Thursday, her edge sat at 1.7 points, a cumulative drop that may appear numerically minuscule but was enough to send some party members and operatives into a tailspin.Tal Axelrod, ABC News, 25 Oct. 2024
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In many leagues that use playoffs to decide champions or relegation scraps, aggregate goals are the essential unit of measurement.Ian Nicholas Quillen, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
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Take Out The Trash Since roaches will dine on food scraps, make sure to empty trash cans around the house regularly and don't let trash sit.Arricca Elin SanSone, Southern Living, 31 Oct. 2024
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In order to catch liars, the ancient Chinese would sometimes give the accused a mouthful of uncooked rice during interrogation—and then ask the person to open wide.Susan Saulny, Smithsonian Magazine, 22 Oct. 2024
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That mouthful in the name—‘gohyakumangoku’—is the name of the rice, a variety with roots in northern Japan known for making clean, precise styles of sake.Sunset Magazine, Sunset Magazine, 26 Sep. 2024
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Easy Thanksgiving appetizers Baked brie Makes: 6-8 Servings Need a break?Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 1 Nov. 2024
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Most boxes come with dividers to label and sort cards by category, such as appetizers, dinners, and desserts.Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2024
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“Hors d'oeuvre.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hors%20d%27oeuvre. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.
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