family style
Americanadverb
Etymology
Origin of family style
An Americanism dating back to 1930–35
Example Sentences
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Whether rich or poor, casual or fancy, Chinese meals are designed to enjoy either family style or banquet style.
From Salon • Jun. 13, 2023
I don’t know if this gets into the episode, but Evelyn made a decision to put the dessert on its own plate and not family style.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2022
Food is served family style in large platters, ceramic bowls or iron pots.
From New York Times • Feb. 1, 2022
Serve soccas hot, family style, with the accompaniments on the side.
From Washington Post • Jan. 6, 2022
The food was served family style and I ate so much I came close to making myself sick.
From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls
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