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banquet

[bang-kwit] / ˈbæŋ kwɪt /
NOUN
formal dinner, usually ceremonial
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But the wedding banquet felt "sad", not celebratory, says Serhiy.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

As Chloe Lamford’s brilliant two-level set rotates, we—and the characters—travel from the banquet room to the classroom, through intermediate spaces like a bathroom, a kitchen and a supply closet.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

There was a lavish state banquet and compliments lavished by both men on each another.

From BBC • Mar. 3, 2026

Local chapters of National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame have begun honoring the top senior football student-athletes, with the Coastal Canyon area banquet set for Sunday in Agoura.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 1, 2026

“This is a lovely banquet, Balekin, son of Eldred,” Queen Orlagh says.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black




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