How to Use dinner date in a Sentence

dinner date

noun
  • My friend tried to set up that dinner date.
    — Souvankham Thammavongsa, New Yorker, 22 Mar. 2026
  • One summer dinner date led to many more, and the pair fell in love over the next year.
    — Hannah Sacks, People.com, 23 Mar. 2025
  • This would be a great companion for a dinner date.
    — Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 19 Jan. 2026
  • This one is cute, compact, and would be perfect for a night-out or dinner date.
    — Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 1 Feb. 2026
  • Go out for dinner There's no rule that says a dinner date is just for grown-ups.
    — Journal Sentinel, 8 Feb. 2024
  • At the dinner date, her outfit is a call to Sarah’s first costume.
    — Olivia Tauber, Vanity Fair, 12 June 2026
  • The short film showed the two meeting and falling in love, ending on a dinner date.
    — Hannah Sacks, People.com, 19 Feb. 2025
  • Pair it with these wide-leg trousers for a cute outfit that can take you from the office to a dinner date.
    — Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 19 May 2024
  • My body could endure 50 miles of running — but a dinner date?
    — Nina E. Cerfolio, Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2025
  • That same month, Gomez and Jonas were seen on a dinner date and a golf outing.
    — Alex Gurley, Peoplemag, 16 Mar. 2023
  • Try a blazer and slingback heels for a dinner date; go with a denim shirt and suede boots for drinks with friends.
    — Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 18 Mar. 2024
  • George, too, dressed up for the dinner date; the actor looked cool in a sleek black suit and matching crisp dress shirt and shoes.
    — Rosa Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 1 Sep. 2023
  • They were seen having a double dinner date and then walking around Paris.
    — Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 26 Jan. 2026
  • Her diaper bag, meanwhile, was big and clunky — not ideal for a dinner date.
    — Megan Sauer, CNBC, 5 Dec. 2024
  • That led to a dinner date, which soon redirected to Ansari’s Tribeca loft.
    — Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2025
  • Instead, the fruity opening and musky base give it a modern twist that works from boardroom to dinner date.
    — Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 14 Mar. 2025
  • Pair yours with an asymmetrical top and leather loafers for a look that could work for the office or a dinner date.
    — Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 9 Aug. 2024
  • Whether dressed down for a beach day or paired with jeans for a dinner date, these sandals promise timeless appeal.
    — Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 15 July 2024
  • Perfect for a dinner date or girls night out, a fun purse adds a little extra something to an outfit.
    — Katherine J Igoe, InStyle, 4 Jan. 2026
  • Style it with tall boots for a dinner date, or keep it casual with sneakers for exploring a new city.
    — Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 19 Sep. 2025
  • This color seemed ideal for a dinner date on a Friday night with girlfriends.
    — Celeste Polanco, Essence, 3 June 2025
  • Shortly after connecting online with her now-boyfriend, she was asked out on a dinner date.
    — Jasmine Browley and Dominique Fluker, Essence, 21 July 2023
  • After talking back and forth, the two met for a dinner date in New York City.
    — Kelsie Gibson, People.com, 14 Aug. 2025
  • With notes of oolong tea, bourbon, and sandalwood, this is perfect to spice up your look for a dinner date at home.
    — Sarah Boyd, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2025
  • The model went full glam for the dinner date, opting for airy waves, glowy, rosy makeup, black cat-eye liner, and a glossy red lip.
    — Rosa Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 12 Apr. 2023
  • Go from brunch with friends to a dinner date in this flattering top, featuring long bell sleeves, a boat neckline, and ruched bodice.
    — Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 24 Apr. 2026
  • Go here for an elevated casual-ish weekday dinner date or to catch up with a friend over chicken and wine.
    — Anna Grace Lee, Vogue, 2 July 2026
  • Kendall Jenner chose a striking, trendy look for a dinner date with Bad Bunny.
    — Quinci Legardye, Harper's BAZAAR, 29 Apr. 2023
  • Page Six shared the images of their dinner date, including a sweet snapshot of the lovebirds holding hands.
    — Emma Banks, InStyle, 11 Jan. 2026
  • The two posed for photos together on a dinner date nearly 24 hours after the finale.
    — Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 18 Feb. 2025

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