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Recent Examples of amuse-bouche
As a little amuse-bouche, Universal will rerelease 2001’s The Mummy Returns in theaters nationwide on March 27, 2026, to mark that film’s 25th anniversary.
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Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 27 Mar. 2026
One Battle and Marty Supreme were mostly awards feasts with an amuse-bouche of box-office points.
—Justin Segrest, Vulture, 19 Mar. 2026
Sprawling communal tables adorned with floral arrangements allowed guests to mingle and connect as dinner service began with a stunning amuse-bouche of crispy nori with daikon tartare, maple vinaigrette, and hoja santa—an herb with a complex flavor reminiscent of licorice and anise.
—Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Feb. 2026
When my brother and I visited, the amuse-bouche was a sumptuous ham-and-cheese croquette followed by onion soup.
—Jess Feldman, Travel + Leisure, 6 Feb. 2026
Each pair will be greeted with a complimentary Rosé Spritz, a delicate amuse-bouche of Pecorino Toscano Cloud, honey gel and a dusting of walnuts.
—Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 Feb. 2026
But that’s probably just an amuse-bouche, launching a full-size meal.
—Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 16 Jan. 2026
Consider Disney+'s re-release of the 1995 docuseries The Beatles Anthology — now expanded from eight to nine episodes — your Fab Four amuse-bouche.
—Ew Staff November 25, Entertainment Weekly, 25 Nov. 2025
Balenciaga was a fantastic start that served as both a palate cleanser and an amuse-bouche.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2025
Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 27 Mar. 2026
One Battle and Marty Supreme were mostly awards feasts with an amuse-bouche of box-office points.
—Justin Segrest, Vulture, 19 Mar. 2026
Sprawling communal tables adorned with floral arrangements allowed guests to mingle and connect as dinner service began with a stunning amuse-bouche of crispy nori with daikon tartare, maple vinaigrette, and hoja santa—an herb with a complex flavor reminiscent of licorice and anise.
—Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Feb. 2026
When my brother and I visited, the amuse-bouche was a sumptuous ham-and-cheese croquette followed by onion soup.
—Jess Feldman, Travel + Leisure, 6 Feb. 2026
Each pair will be greeted with a complimentary Rosé Spritz, a delicate amuse-bouche of Pecorino Toscano Cloud, honey gel and a dusting of walnuts.
—Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 Feb. 2026
But that’s probably just an amuse-bouche, launching a full-size meal.
—Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 16 Jan. 2026
Consider Disney+'s re-release of the 1995 docuseries The Beatles Anthology — now expanded from eight to nine episodes — your Fab Four amuse-bouche.
—Ew Staff November 25, Entertainment Weekly, 25 Nov. 2025
Balenciaga was a fantastic start that served as both a palate cleanser and an amuse-bouche.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for amuse-bouche
Noun
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Array the components as a make-your-own appetizer or light brunch dish.—
Ashlyn Ware,
Midwest Living,
1 May 2026
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From crowd-favorite appetizers to kid-friendly dinners, these recipes are easy and delicious.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
30 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Keeping things cute and cozy, couples can book a Romantic Sunset Escapade or Sunset Cruise, complete with wine and antipasto.—
Dahvi Shira,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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Bring your appetite and go big, with antipasto, pasta, main course, and dessert at a homey trat like Da Enzo da 29.—
Elizabeth Heath,
Travel + Leisure,
18 May 2024
Noun
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Top 5 Can’t Miss Sip on cocktails and snack on a charcuterie board at the Don Diablo rooftop at Hotel Mesón del Marqués, which has fantastic views of the main square and church.—
Regina Zumarraga,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2026
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The surrounding deck is outfitted with lounge chairs and daybeds (available to book for groups of up to six) and attended by staff who can bring over cocktails and light bites.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The Rays got one back in the sixth off Cleveland starter and Plant City product Parker Messick.—
Marc Topkin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 Apr. 2026
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While playing his first full season as a starter last year, Manning looked like an erratic youngster for the first half of 2025, before eventually settling in and playing much better ball down the stretch.—
Nick Baumgardner,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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