Adoniram Judson

While therefore your tears flow, let a due proportion be tears of joy. Yet take the bitter cup with both hands and sit down to your repast. You will soon learn a secret: that there is sweetness at the bottom.

American Clergyman

Dashiell Hammett

Our lawyers had their chat with the Supreme Court Justice, and promised to repast the chat to other members of the Supreme Court to find out whether they wanted to hear us out.

American Author

Francis Quarles

Anger may repast with thee for an hour, but not repose for a night; the continuance of anger is hatred, the continuance of hatred turns malice.

English Poet

Used in more formal or literary contexts, not in casual conversation.

Formality Level

Often found in historical or classic literature.

Historical Usage

Can refer to any meal, not just dinner; includes breakfast or lunch.

Not Just Dinner

Indicates a selection of food or a spread, not a single dish.

Variety of Food

Can suggest the qualitative aspect of the meal, like 'gourmet' or 'nourishing'.

Meal Quality

Implies savoring the food, not just consuming it for sustenance.

Repast