Example Sentences

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While they would not have feasted on porpoise, a goose or pig would have been heartily consumed in a time when meat was too expensive for most people to eat regularly.

From Salon • Dec. 23, 2024

With state refiners Sinopec and PetroChina refraining entirely from buying Iranian and Venezuelan crude, teapots have feasted on discounted oil from the two suppliers.

From Reuters • Oct. 11, 2023

The Seahawks in the Pete Carroll/John Schneider era have feasted on finding the overlooked college player who thrives in the NFL.

From Seattle Times • May 31, 2021

But that comes with a caveat, as the Yankees have feasted on weaker teams: Only three games — all losses to the Astros — have come against a club with a winning record.

From New York Times • Apr. 21, 2019

I have feasted royally to-day in that respect.

From The History of Sir Richard Calmady A Romance by Malet, Lucas