eat out

Example Sentences

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Higher prices are making people eat out less, especially younger and lower-income customers.

From Barron's • Feb. 3, 2026

"I used to eat out at a restaurant once a week maybe, I don't do that any more."

From BBC • Jan. 24, 2026

Restaurant chains are challenged as consumers eat out less.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 17, 2025

If you eat out more than you buy groceries, for example, you’ll want cards that give you points at restaurants rather than supermarkets.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 31, 2025

“Don’t disturb her,” I said, knowing that she was going to tell Mrs. Moss about my wanting to eat out of a can and feeling my heart fill with shame.

From "Black Boy" by Richard Wright