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appetizer

[ap-i-tahy-zer] / ˈæp ɪˌtaɪ zər /


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Their Brussels sprout appetizer with balsamic glaze is amazing.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

At the tropical Siren Social Club, I splurged on a gin martini, an appetizer of garlicky Gulf shrimp and pastry-encrusted beef Wellington.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 7, 2026

Chili’s offers a deal with a drink, appetizer and entree that starts at $10.99.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 6, 2026

Bougie Gougies – Sometimes you just need an easy, impressive appetizer ready at a moment’s notice.

From Salon • Dec. 4, 2025

My stomach lurched, an appetizer before the full portion of heartache I had a feeling was going to be served at some point soon.

From "If I Stay" by Gayle Forman




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