1
as in bed of roses
a situation or state of carefree comfort
babysitting her sister's three brats for the weekend was no picnic
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2
as in breeze
something that is easy to do
this class is no picnic, but I've really been learning a lot
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Recent Examples of picnic
Karri Peifer, Axios, 31 Mar. 2025
More than a thousand people gathered for a picnic on Saturday around tables draped with white tablecloths and spread over the lawn of the Legion of Honor art museum in San Francisco.
—Simon J. Levien, New York Times, 30 Mar. 2025
Sarah Bence, AFAR Media, 3 Mar. 2025
When your friends and family come to visit, take them golfing on the municipal golf course or picnicking by Maverick County Lake.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 11 Mar. 2025
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Noun
At George Washington Birthplace in Colonial Beach, whole swaths of the park — including the visitor center, family burial ground and a picnic area — are now closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
—Karri Peifer, Axios, 31 Mar. 2025
More than a thousand people gathered for a picnic on Saturday around tables draped with white tablecloths and spread over the lawn of the Legion of Honor art museum in San Francisco.
—Simon J. Levien, New York Times, 30 Mar. 2025
Verb
During the warmer months, Detroiters love to picnic on the island.
—Sarah Bence, AFAR Media, 3 Mar. 2025
When your friends and family come to visit, take them golfing on the municipal golf course or picnicking by Maverick County Lake.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 11 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for picnic
Noun
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Another can't-miss find: The Short-sleeve Pose Mock Neck makes layering a breeze and pairs with everything from jeans to midi skirts.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Apr. 2025
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Think soft-close lids, built-in charcoal filters, and removable liners that make dumping kitchen scraps a breeze.—
Bailey Berg,
Architectural Digest,
17 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Stainless-steel appliances dot the culinary showpiece, next to a breakfast nook with backlights perfect for midnight snacking.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
10 Apr. 2025
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Some people snack at night to cope with stress, boredom, or sadness.—
Johna Burdeos,
Health,
8 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Image The Colony by Annika Norlin In a bucolic forest in Sweden, the small band of misfits at the heart of Norlin’s novel forms a mysterious commune that may be a utopia or may be a nightmare, depending on your perspective.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2025
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Minnesotans fell prey to the idea that progressive values will create a utopia.—
Nicole Russell,
USA TODAY,
31 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Restaurants nationwide are getting in on the action, from $0.01 cheeseburgers to BOGO cookie cake slices and stress-busting carbs.—
Stephanie Gravalese,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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In groups of several dozen, the cake eaters were released.—
Roxana Popescu,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Only four people were dining at the nearby Veggie Grill, and Wildbird restaurant was empty.—
Pat Saperstein,
Variety,
13 Apr. 2025
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Members also enjoy dining at exclusive restaurants.—
Michael Croley,
Robb Report,
11 Apr. 2025
Noun
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There's a mix of on-the-beach relaxation (pet-friendly!) and off-the-beach amusements, such as go-kart tracks, a handful of mini-golf courses, a number of ice cream shops, and good restaurants.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
17 Apr. 2025
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Each packet of Off Duty contains a gentle dose (5mg THC + 5mg CBD), ensuring a soothing state of calm and relaxation.—
Ronny Maye,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
Verb
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As the mayor and his wife Vanessa partook in the ceremonial first dance, the pieces came together for Matt.—
Matt Webb Mitovich,
TVLine,
8 Apr. 2025
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Though the two events aren't directly related, some worshippers and consumers will partake in both.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2025
Verb
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This spot for soccer fans offers lots of pub fare to eat and drink.—
Liz Rothaus Bertrand,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Mar. 2025
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The successful hatchings come about a year after Scout ate two of his chicks as a first-time dad, leaving the pair with no surviving eaglets from their first nesting season, McClatchy News previously reported.—
Olivia Lloyd,
Miami Herald,
24 Mar. 2025
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“Picnic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/picnic. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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