lunches
word · lemma: lunch
Definition
Plural of 'lunch'; meals eaten in the middle of the day. Can also refer to the events or occasions of eating lunch together.
Usage & Nuances
Common phrases: 'packed lunches' (brought from home), 'business lunches', 'school lunches', 'there's no such thing as a free lunch' (nothing is truly free). In British English, 'lunch' is more formal; informal: 'dinner' (midday meal in some regions). As a verb: 'she lunches with clients regularly'.
Example Sentences
The company provides free lunches to keep employees from leaving the building.
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The cafeteria serves hot lunches to students every day.
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She packs lunches for her kids before school.
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We had several business lunches this week.
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Those long lunches with old friends are one of life's greatest pleasures.
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Remember: there's no such thing as free lunches in business — every favor comes with strings attached.
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