FINGER FOODS Synonyms: 68 Similar and Opposite Words

finger foods

noun

plural of finger food

as in natural foods

US a piece of food that is meant to be picked up with the fingers and eaten Waiters offered the guests finger food during the cocktail hour.

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Recent Examples of finger foods The best wine for tailgating is often a crisp, dry rosé because of its versatility, refreshing acidity and ability to pair with a wide range of football season’s favorite finger foods. — Katie Kelly Bell, AJC.com, 20 Aug. 2026 An outdoor Fourth of July celebration calls for finger foods for all ages to enjoy. — Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 1 July 2026 Stick with finger foods that do not require utensils and will not smudge cards or game boards. — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 23 June 2026 Importer Wilson Daniel curates a lineup of exclusive wines like Gaja, Dal Forno Romano, Biondi Santi and more to pair with appetizers and finger foods. — Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 27 May 2026 Crowd-pleasing favorites include creamy dips like our Herby Green Hummus and savory finger foods such as Ham and Swiss Sliders. — Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 21 May 2026 These reusable bags are an ideal way to pack my go-to finger foods like homemade trail mix or tea sandwiches. — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026 Originals, cards, giclee prints and more will be available for sale and finger foods will be served. — Regina Elling, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026 Allen is brought finger foods on a tray and is not allowed utensils, the source said. — Cara Tabachnick, CBS News, 30 Apr. 2026

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Noun

It’s recommended to get magnesium through natural foods instead of supplements because natural food provides additional nutrients, including fiber, with numerous health benefits.

— Cathy Nelson, Verywell Health, 13 May 2026

Definition of natural foods

Noun

Across residence halls, the regular rate to rent a single room at Sacramento State — not including meals — is about $1,600 per month under a nine-month agreement that includes winter break.

— Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 27 Aug. 2026
Some dogs may also seem less enthusiastic about meals if their food does not sit well with them.

— Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of meals

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Come summer, The Lookup opens on the roof and the party moves upward, with cocktails shaken under the glitter of the Empire State Building.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Sep. 2026
The concept, seating 94 guests in banquettes, is designed as an evening destination combining dinner, cocktails and music.

— Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of cocktails

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