appetizer
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Brinker International guided for another year of profitable growth, as its Chili’s chain continues to attract value-seeking diners with its Triple Dipper appetizer, burgers and ribs.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 17, 2026
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
Phil Rizzuto would meet the moment by spending 10 minutes reviewing every single appetizer and side dish on the menu at the hotel steakhouse.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 23, 2026
That may include a small side dish, a microwavable appetizer, or a store-bought dessert.
From Salon ● Jun. 21, 2026
“Unless that meat’s the appetizer, and we’re the main course,” said George.
From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz
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Seated at a banquette table in the back of the restaurant, the pair ordered two entrees, drinks, and appetizers, totaling $371.55, and at some point during the meal, Eatherly began livestreaming.
From Slate ● Aug. 20, 2026
Menu offerings include appetizers such as Dungeness crab cakes and lobster corn dogs, and entrées such as crispy chicken Milanese, honey miso glazed salmon and a signature Skywalker Ranch Wagyu burger.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2026
Of course, these six IPOs are mere appetizers to the SpaceX main course.
From Barron's ● Jun. 2, 2026
When they went out to eat, for instance, she recalls ordering appetizers, main courses and desserts, racking up expensive bills.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 19, 2026
“Yeah. Sorry about my word choice. But I suddenly have an urge to whip up a feast of hot and cold appetizers for Mom and Emma.”
From "The Smartest Kid in the Universe" by Chris Grabenstein
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