cookout

Example Sentences

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He met with co-workers during a cookout at the Speed Kingz office in Laurel, Md., ahead of a recent night shift.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 28, 2025

It’s hard to imagine Congressman Gill objecting to someone tearing into a brisket sandwich at a backyard cookout.

From Salon • Jul. 3, 2025

The stage opened the door to what she considers to be “Casa Gomez,” the familial energy one feels when attending a carne asada cookout.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 14, 2024

Thinking about food safety isn’t anyone’s idea of fun, but neither is ruining memories of a fun cookout by getting sick.

From Seattle Times • May 27, 2024

She’s in charge of salads this year, the least exciting part of any cookout.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller