in batches

idiom

: in small quantities at a time
Fry the potatoes in batches.

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Excelencia Gran Reserva is the extra añejo expression, which comes out in batches and quickly sells out. Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 29 Apr. 2025 The remainder are expected to be delivered in batches through 2026. Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Apr. 2025 If roles allow, have your team set a schedule for reading email in batches. Shani Harmon, Forbes.com, 16 Apr. 2025 Add spinach in batches; cook, stirring constantly, until wilted, 12 to 15 minutes. Sabrina Weiss, People.com, 17 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for in batches

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“In batches.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20batches. Accessed 17 May. 2025.

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