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main course

NOUN
main dish
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ADP is an appetizer of sorts ahead of the main course for markets: the official U.S. employment report on Friday.

From MarketWatch Aug. 5, 2026

Of course, these six IPOs are mere appetizers to the SpaceX main course.

From Barron's Jun. 2, 2026

The main course was a classic dover sole meunière, bathed in nutty brown butter.

From BBC Apr. 28, 2026

The appetizers, especially the charred grapes with mozzarella cheese and balsamic vinegar cream, were better than the main course.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 1, 2026

He made a grand gesture with his arms, as if presenting the main course of a decadent meal.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny




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