as in restaurant
a public establishment where meals are served to paying customers for consumption on the premises
we'll just grab a quick hamburger at the local diner
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Recent Examples of diner
The diners started parking in the school’s parking lot, but eventually the restaurant closed due to the parking problems.
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Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 25 May 2025
But also, nearly everyone figures out how to use the flattop except for my beloved loudmouth Massimo, whose pivot into cooking little blini-style pancakes in frying pans leaves the diners (and judges) wanting more.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 23 May 2025
After returning to Combs’ house, Combs made James drive him and D-Roc back to the diner, and the rapper had three handguns in his lap, James said.
—Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 21 May 2025
Participating diners are asked to bring or show The Community Food Connection flier that is available on the organization’s Facebook page.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 May 2025
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Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 25 May 2025
But also, nearly everyone figures out how to use the flattop except for my beloved loudmouth Massimo, whose pivot into cooking little blini-style pancakes in frying pans leaves the diners (and judges) wanting more.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 23 May 2025
After returning to Combs’ house, Combs made James drive him and D-Roc back to the diner, and the rapper had three handguns in his lap, James said.
—Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 21 May 2025
Participating diners are asked to bring or show The Community Food Connection flier that is available on the organization’s Facebook page.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for diner
Noun
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New Texas Roadhouse, Bubba's 33 restaurants opening in 17 states.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
7 June 2025
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And in 2023, Spain had more restaurants on the World’s 50 Best list than any other country.—
Jon Yeomans,
CNN Money,
7 June 2025
Noun
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Mushroom coffee is pretty much everywhere by now—from the beverage aisle of the grocery store to your favorite healthy cafe.—
Laura Solla,
Vogue,
30 May 2025
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Aside from a few food and coffee options on either side of Harris Ranch and a smattering in Bown Crossing, there are no restaurants, dining spots or cafes for neighbors to gather.—
Nick Rosenberger,
Idaho Statesman,
29 May 2025
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“Diner.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diner. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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