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Phrases
out of the frying pan into the fire
: clear of one difficulty only to fall into a greater one
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Bobby Flay Nonstick Frying Pan Set These nonstick frying pans are just $25 apiece.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 30 Oct. 2024
His approach was not to use any traditional instruments, replacing them with forks, frying pans, and glasses.
—Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 16 Sep. 2024
Instead, this massive 6.5-quart nonstick ceramic fry pan lives on top of her induction range where it can be properly admired.
—Carina Finn, Bon Appétit, 3 Sep. 2024
The comprehensive set includes an 8-inch fry pan, 11-inch fry pan, 3-quart saucepan, and 4.25-quart saute pan.
—Lizzy Briskin, People.com, 14 Oct. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
14th century, in the meaning defined above
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The first known use of frying pan was
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“Frying pan.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/frying%20pan. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.
Kids Definition
frying pan
noun
: a metal pan with a handle for frying foods
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