main course

Example Sentences

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

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

The dinner’s main course — prime beef and Maine lobster — had not been served.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026

Coup de Tête, a restaurant there, has prix fixe meals including a starter and a main course or a main course and a dessert that set you back a mere €19.50.

From Barron's • Mar. 8, 2026

Many guests bristle when they can’t be seated as incomplete parties, or order appetizers without putting in their main course order.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 3, 2026

After the main course there would be a salad.

From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan