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as in picnic
something easily done or dealt with
today's assignment is cake compared to yesterday's
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Recent Examples of cake
Krissy Tiglias, Southern Living, 3 Dec. 2024
Our tester even managed to successfully bake a little chocolate cake.
—Boutayna Chokrane, WIRED, 3 Dec. 2024
Heather Steinberger, Robb Report, 22 Nov. 2024
As Shogun was bathing in the glory of its record 18 wins at the Emmy Awards ceremony at Los Angeles’ Peacock Theater in September, Japanese director Takeshi Fukunaga was caked in mud and sweat in a small village on Hokkaido.
—Gavin J Blair, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Nov. 2024
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Noun
Our editors love to bake cakes, and often save some of their favorite recipes for special occasions.
—Krissy Tiglias, Southern Living, 3 Dec. 2024
Our tester even managed to successfully bake a little chocolate cake.
—Boutayna Chokrane, WIRED, 3 Dec. 2024
Verb
Outside, temperatures dropped below freezing with bitter wind chills, and snow caked the outdoor decks.
—Heather Steinberger, Robb Report, 22 Nov. 2024
As Shogun was bathing in the glory of its record 18 wins at the Emmy Awards ceremony at Los Angeles’ Peacock Theater in September, Japanese director Takeshi Fukunaga was caked in mud and sweat in a small village on Hokkaido.
—Gavin J Blair, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cake
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The vibrant Lido, with its large central pool and Guy’s Burger Joint for tasty patties, is a popular spot during the day.Kerry Spencer, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Dec. 2024
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These two types work together to form patties that hold their shape and still have decadent chunks of seafood throughout.Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 6 Dec. 2024
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Amenities at Blue Spring State Park are pretty standard for Florida state parks and include picnic areas with shaded benches and grills for barbecuing.Terry Ward, Travel + Leisure, 3 Dec. 2024
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Stop by: 1000 Riverwalk Parkway Stroll around Glencairn Garden: This 11-acre botanical garden is open to the public and makes for a scenic picnic spot, too.McKenzie Rankin, Axios, 26 Nov. 2024
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As wind blew air through a mesh coated with catalysts to extract nitrogen and hydrogen from water vapor, the device produced enough ammonia with a sufficiently high concentration for use as a hydroponic fertilizer – all without the need for additional electricity or radiation.New Atlas, New Atlas, 16 Dec. 2024
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Generously coat the inside of a large bundt pan with softened butter. 2.Martin Sorge, Chicago Tribune, 16 Dec. 2024
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With a convection fan and 11 presets this little oven will make cooking just about anything (including a whole chicken) a breeze.Emily Farris, Bon Appétit, 3 Dec. 2024
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Other great Stanley deals Stanley doesn't just make cups—the retailer is also known for its ultra-durable accessories that make hiking, camping, and commuting a breeze.Sarah Felbin, SELF, 2 Dec. 2024
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The roads are smeared with a mulch of mud and wet leaves, and flooded in places by relentless rain.Tim Pitt, Robb Report, 4 Dec. 2024
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My shirt is covered in light brown stains, and greasy handprints smear my jeans.Nick Stockton, WIRED, 28 Nov. 2024
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Additional accent stones are encrusted into each side of the band to create a majestic-looking piece that sparkles in the sunlight.Theresa Holland, Travel + Leisure, 13 June 2023
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The statement jewelry also supported a large coin pendant, which was encrusted in a plate of diamonds and emeralds.Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 9 June 2023
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Sasha Hupka covers county government and elections for The Arizona Republic.Sasha Hupka, The Arizona Republic, 17 Dec. 2024
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Last year, Santa Anita had a $6-million shortfall on purses that was covered by the track.John Cherwa, Los Angeles Times, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Cake.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cake. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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