cater
verb (used without object)
to provide food, service, etc., as for a party or wedding.
have catered
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present perfectof cater.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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“Compared to other years, there’s been some breakouts that have catered more strongly to females,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 1, 2025
Businesses have catered to last-minute travel whims forever.
From Slate ● Jul. 20, 2025
Her son - who has additional needs - needs to have catered uniform due to sensory issues and she said he grows so quickly it is not just a one-off purchase.
From BBC ● Aug. 30, 2022
Retailers have catered their events and deals to the early birds: Amazon started hawking its “Deals for Days” promotion in early October.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 21, 2021
The musicians put away their instruments, the entertainers retreat to their dressing rooms, the great hall is cleaned, and all who have catered the festivities return once more to their fated punishment.
From The Tarn of Eternity by Frank Tymon
