collation

noun

Definition of collationnext
as in tea

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Recent Examples of collation Because of that, the IR team can then be liberated from data collation and can shift its focus entirely to strategic analysis, personalized investor engagement and robust crisis preparedness. — Michelle Wu, Forbes.com, 3 Feb. 2026 At the same time, many companies still operate using a patchwork of small group expertise, spreadsheets, and fragmented databases requiring manual collation. — Kriti Sharma, Fortune, 15 Jan. 2026 The solution plugs into manufacturers’ existing systems to automate collection and collation of the quality, compliance and governance data required to secure certifications and regulatory approvals. — David Prosser, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025 The version of the law that passed Thursday — with support from the outgoing collation government of the SPD, Greens and FDP parties — had been watered down from the original version proposed by German culture minister Claudia Roth. — Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019 See All Example Sentences for collation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for collation
  1. tea
  2. breakfast
  3. dinner
  4. supper
  5. buffet
  6. lunch
  7. smorgasbord
  8. luncheon
Noun
  • Or drink a cup of hot organic peppermint tea for some relief.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Ebadot dismissed Alex Carey (19) after lunch and Taskin bowled Webster (12) before Cummins (9) and Starc (1) both nicked off to Hasan before the tea interval.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of tea
Noun
  • The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and aperitifs.
    — Catherine Sabino, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Choose from a cliffside breakfast corner, a shaded patio, or a fragrant garden that includes herb bushes and citrus trees.
    — Monica Mendal, Vogue, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of breakfast
Noun
  • For those looking for a slightly more casual option for dinner, the Salon at L’Auberge Carmel offers an à la carte menu from the same kitchen.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Aug. 2026
  • There’s literally no stepping away from the table for a classic Below Deck mid-dinner conversation.
    — Emma Soren, Vulture, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of dinner
Noun
  • Bloomfield oversees the resort’s culinary activities too, like a fireside supper for two and a special picnic basket to take on a scenic hike.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Janet is at boarding school and the usual domestic routine—breakfast, school uniform, drop-off, pickup, playdate, supper, homework, bath, bed—has been blown to bits.
    — Cynthia Zarin, Harpers Magazine, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of supper
Noun
  • It was downgraded from a 24-hour coffee shop to breakfast and buffet service only because business couldn't support it.
    — Juhi Doshi, ABC News, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Similar to Cava or Luna Grill, GYROVA is a fast-causual Mediterranean restaurant with a Chipotle-style buffet to build your own meal from fresh ingredients by choosing a protein, toppings, dips, and sauces.
    — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of buffet
Noun
  • Leftovers That Feel Like a Treat Grown-ups aren’t the only ones taking leftovers for lunch.
    — Sierra Leone Starks, Parents, 10 Aug. 2026
  • The workshop fee is $25 and includes lunch and snacks on both days.
    — Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of lunch
Noun
  • Debt markets have already been struggling to swallow the smorgasbord of bond issuance from the likes of Nvidia, SpaceX and Amazon in recent weeks.
    — Tobias Burns, CNBC, 26 July 2026
  • The third annual Fanatics Fest at the Javits Center in New York City wrapped up on Sunday, completing four days of an unparalleled sports fandom smorgasbord and viral moment factory.
    — David Betancourt, New York Times, 20 July 2026
Definition of smorgasbord
Noun
  • Kemp and Jackson united at the Georgia Chamber’s annual congressional luncheon for the first time since Jackson’s party-rattling primary win.
    — AJ Willingham, AJC.com, 7 Aug. 2026
  • On Wednesday, Neiman Marcus celebrated Rachel Scott’s debut runway collection for Proenza Schouler with an intimate luncheon and presentation at its Beverly Hills store.
    — Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 30 July 2026
Definition of luncheon

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