How to Use potluck in a Sentence

potluck

noun
  • He organized a neighborhood potluck for next Saturday.
  • Then potlucks with an open mic.
    — Mika Ellison, NPR, 18 Feb. 2026
  • Take it to a potluck or picnic.
    — Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 5 May 2026
  • The nature of potlucks makes this easy.
    — R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 12 Apr. 2026
  • Put a hearty spin on the potluck classic.
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 June 2026
  • Plan in advance for food and drink, potluck style.
    — Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 13 Aug. 2025
  • True to potluck form, the rest was a thrilling hodgepodge.
    — Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Mar. 2026
  • The guests at your next potluck will be singing your praises!
    — Nellah Bailey McGough, Southern Living, 14 June 2026
  • Sherman whipped up a batch and brought it with her to the potluck.
    — Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 14 Aug. 2017
  • Your guests will be all ears when this potluck casserole takes the stage.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Feb. 2026
  • Bring a project to work on or finish, plus a potluck dish to share.
    — Sam Boyer, cleveland, 25 Oct. 2019
  • If this brunch happens to be a potluck, be sure and bring the recipe along.
    — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 4 Mar. 2026
  • This big-batch recipe is sure to steal the show at any potluck or party.
    — Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Feb. 2026
  • Looking to be the shining star of your next potluck?
    — Jill Schildhouse, Southern Living, 5 Feb. 2026
  • Guests are invited to bring a potluck dish to share.
    — Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2026
  • Nothing turns heads at a potluck like a retro jello said.
    — Josh Miller, Southern Living, 18 Apr. 2026
  • Want to impress every guest at the potluck?
    — Krissy Tiglias, Southern Living, 25 May 2026
  • Pack them up and take them to your next potluck—they’re sure to be an instant hit.
    — Marianne Williams, Southern Living, 19 Oct. 2023
  • Want to make your favorite potluck dish more festive?
    — Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 5 Dec. 2025
  • This vintage recipe is a favorite for potlucks and bake sales.
    — Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Jan. 2026
  • But we were greeted by a potluck dinner and a lot of warm hearts.
    — Brian Smale, Smithsonian Magazine, 22 Apr. 2021
  • Your pizza dish will be the kids' favorite at the potluck.
    — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 12 May 2026
  • Can't decide whether to bring pecan pie or brownies to the potluck?
    — Patricia S York, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2026
  • This no-cook recipe travels well for potlucks and picnics.
    — Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 May 2026
  • Host a potluck and have friends make a dish from their favorite cookbook.
    — Jamila Robinson, Bon Appetit Magazine, 25 Nov. 2025
  • Our sweet, syrupy version is perfect for a night in or a potluck.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2026
  • Key lime meets cheesecake in these potluck-perfect desserts.
    — Krissy Tiglias, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026
  • Who says potlucks should only serve 'dinner' food?
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Feb. 2026
  • Off to the sides, there's a table for potluck dishes and an open bar.
    — Robert Benincasa, NPR, 22 Nov. 2024
  • This healthy no-cook potluck dish is full of fruit and vegetable goodness.
    — Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 5 May 2026

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