Peking
Americannoun
noun
Example Sentences
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There, Xi hosted Trump and his delegation at the Great Hall of the People for a day of meetings and a banquet dinner of Peking duck and pan-fried pork buns.
From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026
John Legend dressed in traditional Peking opera wear.
From Slate • Mar. 13, 2026
The menu skews Asian fusion, with sushi, dim sum, wagyu and — unsurprisingly — Peking duck as the centerpiece, served with pancakes, hoisin and scallions.
From Salon • Mar. 7, 2026
Her parents separated when she was young and she was raised by her mother Yan Gu - reportedly a successful venture capitalist with degrees from Peking University and Stanford.
From BBC • Feb. 13, 2026
Ralph’s heart rumbled like a Peking Opera drum; it was the crescendo before — crash of the cymbals! — a hero appeared.
From "Typical American" by Gish Jen
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