Example Sentences

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Early on, the knock was that New England, 4-13 the last couple of seasons, was feasting on an easy schedule, including light hors d’oeuvres like the Jets.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 19, 2026

Guests snacked on canapés and hors d’oeuvres before proceeding upstairs for the main course.

From Slate • Mar. 3, 2025

"Hors d'oeuvres were meant to be available to all guests. And the leftovers from the dinner were the promised hors d'oeuvres."

From BBC • Sep. 27, 2024

These enticing hors d’oeuvres stay put when you pick them up and do not fall apart, crumble or drip onto your party dress when you bite into them.

From Salon • Apr. 11, 2024

"When I saw the invitation in the elevator I suggested to Mr. Hoo that he call the judge to see if she needed hors d'oeuvres; and sure enough, he got an order for six dozen."

From "The Westing Game" by Ellen Raskin