How to Use cookout in a Sentence

cookout

noun
  • Serve these up at your next cookout.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 23 Feb. 2026
  • And all of that adds up to prime cookout time.
    — Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2025
  • Read here to learn which are his top picks, right in time for your next cookout.
    — Lauryn Azu, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2023
  • Is this a cookout with a bunch of friends from college?
    — Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 10 May 2026
  • This fresh salad goes so well with any cookout spread due.
    — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 7 May 2026
  • Pair this bright veggie with your next hot dog cookout.
    — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 5 June 2026
  • Your new favorite cookout side is here.
    — Martha Stewart, 15 May 2026
  • Have a cookout in the backyard.
    — Parents, 11 June 2026
  • Stay dry and away from the sun at the next cookout or beach day with this pop-up canopy tent.
    — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
  • Stay dry and away from the sun at the next cookout or beach day with this pop-up canopy tent.
    — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
  • My idea of a good time is a family cookout.
    — Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 4 Feb. 2026
  • The buns are a superb way to take your cookout to the next level.
    — Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 2 July 2020
  • Try this bright salad as a side dish to your next summer cookout.
    — Paul Stephen, ExpressNews.com, 19 Aug. 2020
  • Homemade baked beans are a staple side dish at any cookout.
    — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 24 Aug. 2025
  • The event kicks off every year with a lively cookout.
    — Taryn White, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
  • Many of the items can be grilled alongside your other fall cookout items.
    — John Brandon, Forbes, 23 Oct. 2024
  • Bring this to your next cookout, or use it on sandwiches or tacos.
    — Amanda Favazza, Southern Living, 15 Jan. 2026
  • This pasta salad is ready for the cookout.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 19 Feb. 2026
  • The footage was shot, edited, and even played at the client cookout, but in the end, it was cut.
    — Angelina Mazza, Vulture, 7 Apr. 2026
  • Take a look at what’s on tap this week and save some barbecue for us at the cookout.
    — Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 4 July 2024
  • At the cookout, Moore took the mic to set the stage for what needed to be done.
    — Erin Cox, Washington Post, 10 July 2024
  • So, in preparation for your next cookout, here's a guide on grill time for hot dogs.
    — Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 4 July 2024
  • These lamb burgers will impress any cookout crowd.
    — Josh Miller, Southern Living, 15 June 2026
  • As far as we're concerned, this old-school cold salad pairs well at any cookout.
    — Patricia S York, Southern Living, 27 June 2026
  • No dish is more likely to start a fight at a cookout than potato salad.
    — Josh Miller, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2026
  • Creamy cotija cheese and fresh cilantro make this salad the best side dish to bring to your next cookout.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 4 June 2024
  • And the base of every fun and hearty cookout starts with a really good grill.
    — John Thompson, Men's Health, 23 May 2022
  • If summer means stone fruit and sweet corn to you, don’t miss adding this salad to your cookout menu.
    — Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Apr. 2024
  • Easy to serve and fun to eat, this sheet cake is perfect for cookouts, pool parties, and more.
    — Martha Stewart, 27 June 2026
  • Keep your menu simple or opt for a cookout to save food costs and don't be shy about asking for help.
    — Nora Colomer, Fox News, 4 Mar. 2025

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