1
as in treat
something that is pleasing to eat because it is rare or a luxury
a shop selling caviar, foie gras, designer chocolates, and other pricey viands
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2
as in food
viands plural
substances intended to be eaten
the inn serves its choice viands on delicate china and its selection of vintage wines in the finest crystal available
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Noun
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That’s because the state is home to three of the nation’s best places to eat the sweet treats, new rankings show.—
Simone Jasper,
Charlotte Observer,
3 June 2025 -
But a cake stand gives a cake presence, and it can even be used for occasions other than serving a sweet treat.—
Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
3 June 2025
Noun
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Craft cocktails like the Cloud Nine, Eclipse Martini and Sundown Spritz channel the sky-high ambience, while the food menu offers a range of trans-Pacific shareables, appetizers and entrees.—
Joe Yogerst,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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Of the agricultural land, a report published in the Journal of Science of Remote Sensing found around 80% of tree crops — such as olives and fruit trees — are likely damaged, as well as 65% of greenhouses used to grow food such as tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers and strawberries.—
Sarah-Grace Mankarious,
CNN Money,
31 May 2025
Noun
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Both stores provide an abundance of choices in classic and nostalgic candies plus homemade fudge, chocolates and other treats.—
Stacey Zable,
USA Today,
28 May 2025
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On April 15 in Idaho, Governor Brad Little signed a bill passed through the state Legislature that approved the banning of soda and candy from food assistance benefits.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 May 2025
Noun
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The fragrant smoke from the various meats cooking low-and-slow is a signal that David’s BBQ is legit.—
Leslie Kelly,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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Just warm up the pre-sliced meat on the stove, and then stack it up high.—
Sabrina Weiss,
People.com,
4 June 2025
Noun
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Some people started eating more rice after prices of bread and noodles rose when the Russia-Ukraine war pushed wheat prices higher.—
Mari Yamaguchi,
Christian Science Monitor,
30 May 2025
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For this summer’s installment, the city will accept food scraps only, including fruits, vegetables, pastas, breads, crackers and cereals.—
Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
30 May 2025
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“Viand.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/viand. Accessed 11 Jun. 2025.
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