app

noun

Definition of appnext
as in appetizer

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Recent Examples of app Brick’s night version also supports multiple users, and each can independently configure their own settings, modes, blocked app selection, time windows, and spaces. — Jess Weatherbed, The Verge, 23 Oct. 2026 Its streaming app hosts short-form true crime audio and video shows that are fully AI-generated. — Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2026 And then there’s the third scenario, involving an app named Stay, which raises a more subtle concern. — Lissa Soep, Vox, 17 Oct. 2026 Jack is among many dating app users now outsourcing at least part of the online dating process to AI. — Sneha Dhandapani, CNN Money, 17 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for app
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  1. appetizer
  2. cocktail
  3. starter
  4. finger food
  5. natural food
  6. supplies
  7. diet
  8. antipasto
Noun
  • Snacks and appetizers $7-$28, most mains $27-$56, desserts $17-$19.
    — Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Agentic demand SpaceX's earnings also served as an appetizer of sorts for Meta Platforms' report on Wednesday night.
    — Zev Fima, CNBC, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of appetizer
Noun
  • Aside from the immediate vocal strain and airway inflammation noted by otolaryngologists, major health institutions warn that regular vaping exposes the body to a cocktail of toxic chemicals, cardiovascular strain and respiratory risks.
    — Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 25 Oct. 2026
  • The property also brings LoLa 41, known for seafood and sushi, and the intimate 41 Below cocktail and private-dining space to town.
    — Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 25 Oct. 2026
Definition of cocktail
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  • Maxey, a first-time All-Star starter last season, had a suggestion to fix the rebounding woes.
    — Dan Gelston, Los Angeles Times, 26 Oct. 2026
  • The Panthers could face another team without its star quarterback as Buccaneers starter Baker Mayfield continues to recover from a dislocated thumb.
    — Neil Nakahodo, Charlotte Observer, 25 Oct. 2026
Definition of starter
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  • Use it as a candy bowl or for snacks like puppy chow, cookies, and other finger foods to add a decorative touch to your countertop spread, then cover it with the lid to store any extras.
    — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2026
  • The best wine for tailgating is often a crisp, dry rosé because of its versatility, refreshing acidity and ability to pair with a wide range of football season’s favorite finger foods.
    — Katie Kelly Bell, AJC.com, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of finger food
Noun
  • This growth is driven by increasing demand for natural food colors, color-changing beverages, health supplements, and organic skin care products.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Oct. 2026
  • State wildlife officials have reported a record number of bear encounters and conflicts this year as the state grapples with the effects of extreme drought — which means fewer natural food sources for bears and other animals.
    — Celia Frazier, Denver Post, 3 Oct. 2026
Definition of natural food
Noun
  • Stock Chart IconStock chart icon Oil prices year-to-date The pullback followed a sharp rally on Friday after attacks by Yemen's Houthi militants on Saudi Arabia reignited fears of disruptions to global energy supplies.
    — Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 26 Oct. 2026
  • From delivering supplies to protecting ships The platform already has experience in military logistics.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 25 Oct. 2026
Definition of supplies
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  • Though some people with restrictive diets may have trouble getting enough iron each day, Marshall said that isn’t usually the cause of deficiency in the US.
    — Amanda Schupak, CNN Money, 23 Oct. 2026
  • While diet soda doesn’t affect blood sugar levels, some studies show artificial sweeteners may affect the gut microbiome (the community of microbes in the gut).
    — Brittany Poulson, Verywell Health, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of diet
Noun
  • This antipasto meets salad is what summer dinner party dreams are made of.
    — Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 20 June 2026
  • The market can accommodate pretty much any Italian food craving, offering everything from antipasto to Zeppole di San Giuseppe (a seasonal specialty dessert).
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 7 Apr. 2026
Definition of antipasto

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“App.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/app. Accessed 27 Oct. 2026.

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