collation

noun

Definition of collationnext
as in tea

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Recent Examples of collation Because of that, the IR team can then be liberated from data collation and can shift its focus entirely to strategic analysis, personalized investor engagement and robust crisis preparedness. — Michelle Wu, Forbes.com, 3 Feb. 2026 At the same time, many companies still operate using a patchwork of small group expertise, spreadsheets, and fragmented databases requiring manual collation. — Kriti Sharma, Fortune, 15 Jan. 2026 The solution plugs into manufacturers’ existing systems to automate collection and collation of the quality, compliance and governance data required to secure certifications and regulatory approvals. — David Prosser, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025 The version of the law that passed Thursday — with support from the outgoing collation government of the SPD, Greens and FDP parties — had been watered down from the original version proposed by German culture minister Claudia Roth. — Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019 See All Example Sentences for collation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for collation
  1. tea
  2. breakfast
  3. dinner
  4. supper
  5. buffet
  6. lunch
  7. smorgasbord
  8. luncheon
Noun
  • Suite guests unlock access to Summersalt, the resort’s swish, adults-only beach club with Burj-front sunbeds, while a refined Club Lounge offers a quiet spot for breakfasts, afternoon tea, and early-evening sundowners.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Platinum cardmembers will also receive a complimentary gift of a dark-roasted tea with any purchases, as well as an exclusive JW Anderson limited-edition work on card and bookmark package.
    — Hikmat Mohammed, ARTnews.com, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of tea
Noun
  • The Brasserie beside it, a continuation of the same vibe, focuses on French dishes with some good vegetarian options, and hosts a breakfast buffet with lovely local products.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of breakfast
Noun
  • Food and Drink The Rooftop Restaurant handles refined dinner with floor-to-ceiling views.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Audiences unaware that Altman is gay might pick up on subtle hints in Garfield’s performance, before Musk jokes about it during a dinner scene or a boyfriend is finally seen well into the film.
    — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of dinner
Noun
  • Bella chews him out for punching Angus in the face right before Angus’s big presentation, which Johnny knew about because they were supposed to throw a return supper for him, a dinner Johnny was supposed to cook.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 2 Oct. 2026
  • If the younger Kelce no longer has to sing for his supper, his quarterback’s own endorsement duties suggest that last year’s retreat was no fluke.
    — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of supper
Noun
  • Unfurling through the grand midcentury Grill room was a snaking, glamorously gluttonous serpentine buffet that stretched from entrance to their 20-foot tall windows.
    — Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 2 Oct. 2026
  • For now, breakfast is served there with a continental buffet and robust menu of Indonesian and Western dishes.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of buffet
Noun
  • Downstairs, Juniper Table offers a counter-service bar for espresso and juice, a Cal-Med breakfast and lunch menu during the day, and a full-service dinner menu at night.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • The officer picked up the phone and a woman on the other line said that Satterley was heading to Cava for lunch.
    — Ryan Gaydos OutKick, FOXNews.com, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of lunch
Noun
  • Unfortunately, these were brief interludes in a smorgasbord of as many as six talks delivered with little interruption.
    — Bartolomeo Sala, The Dial, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Here’s my Monday smorgasbord of notes, playing time nuggets, grades and more on offense.
    — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of smorgasbord
Noun
  • The vandalism came before Sunday afternoon's scholarship luncheon honoring Ella French.
    — CBS Chicago Team, CBS News, 27 Sep. 2026
  • In This Article These Hawaiian dinner roll sandwiches are invited to every gathering in the South—from tailgates and book clubs to luncheons and celebrations of life.
    — Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of luncheon

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