canapes

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The same canapes - although in this case I will say that the pistachio puffs were a new experience.

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  • Most of us only encounter the broad, flat plates called salvers at parties, where they are often used to serve canapes or appetizers. —  The Word Detective
  • "Do have one of these cucumber canapes," Anne suggested. —  Garwood, Julie - Killjoy.html
  • Their well-modulated voices assumed a higher pitch, however, with each pouring from the bottle A tray of canapes was brought to the gazebo by the painfully awkward server, who was trying hard to do everything right. —  Braun_lilian_Jackson_16_The_Cat_Who_Came_To_Breakfast
  • The air is fragrant with canapes, fresh-cut roses, and smoldering incense. —  Steele, Allen - [Near-Space 05] - A King of Infinite Space
  • "You know those canapes are made with hummus, don't you?"
 

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