appetizer

Example Sentences

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Enjoy these tomatoes as an appetizer, a side dish, or a midday snack.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

Their Brussels sprout appetizer with balsamic glaze is amazing.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Chili’s offers a deal with a drink, appetizer and entree that starts at $10.99.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 6, 2026

It’s seriously tasty, though rich with butter—too much for an entree but perfect when shared as an appetizer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 21, 2025

A vendor on the corner is selling water bottles, candy, and newspapers, and I stop real fast to get Skittles since they double as an appetizer and breath mint.

From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera