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as in bowl
a usually circular utensil for holding something (as food) we threw all of the ingredients for the salsa into a dish and mixed them together

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as in rumor
information or opinion that is widely disseminated without any authority or confirmation of accuracy regularly watches the entertainment news program for all the Hollywood dish

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verb

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Recent Examples of dish
Noun
The experience gave her the confidence to make the dish back home in the States. Moná Thomas, People.com, 23 Apr. 2025 All aluminum and iron need is a wipe down with water and mild dish soap. Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 22 Apr. 2025
Verb
Zach O’Donnell dished 48 assists, primarily finding Finn Bell (32 kills, four blocks) as Wayland edged out BC High, 3-2, in nonleague play. Kristina Banahan, Boston Herald, 3 Apr. 2025 Rodrigo dished on her love for Percy Pig gummies on stage in London after trying them during her Guts World Tour in February 2024. Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 27 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for dish
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dish
Noun
  • Who doesn’t love a fresh set of stacking bowls with lids?
    Sarah Madaus, Architectural Digest, 17 Apr. 2025
  • Gently mix ground beef, bacon, egg, onion, panko, chili powder, garlic, pepper, 1/2 cup of the cheese, 1 tablespoon of the chipotle chiles, 1 tablespoon of the Worcestershire, and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt in a large bowl until combined.
    Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 17 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • One of those promotions – bobbleheads of the stars – has become so popular that prices rise and fans line up for hours hoping to get inside before the supply of dolls disappears.
    Dan Schlossberg, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
  • Television The creators of ‘Tiny Shoulders: Rethinking Barbie’ on remaking America’s doll just before #MeToo April 27, 2018 Nevins took a look at NFL players at the end of their careers.
    Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 14 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Steiner's corroboration of this long-standing rumor has reignited the debate surrounding the true cause of Hogan's injury.
    David Faris, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Apr. 2025
  • She's been romantically linked with Tomlinson since March 2025 Tomlinson and McDermott first sparked romance rumors after being seen on a romantic getaway to Aldeburgh, Suffolk, in March 2025, per MetroUK.
    Jordana Comiter, People.com, 11 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • The point is, a little intention can encourage you to think twice before gossiping, Helander says, and prevent your conversation from slipping into cruel, purposeless trash talk.
    Jenna Ryu, SELF, 21 Apr. 2025
  • But even with plenty to gossip about, this season starts out as quietly as any other.
    Vlada Gelman, TVLine, 11 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Both casual bites and white-tablecloth plates are designed with the wine list in mind, and nowhere is that more evident than the chateau’s signature dining destinations.
    Rai Mincey, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025
  • In the bottom of the sixth inning, Smith banged his wrist while tagging out Ian Happ at a play at the plate.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • But don’t despair, my scarred and scarring lovelies.
    Matt Thompson, Spin, 10 Sep. 2023
  • Serve these layered lovelies in old-fashioned glasses to make the treat extra special.
    Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 July 2023
Noun
  • President Donald Trump’s administration again is replacing the acting IRS commissioner, according to media reports, as turmoil at the Internal Revenue Service continues.
    Zac Anderson, USA Today, 19 Apr. 2025
  • The National Weather Service's (NWS) Storm Prediction Center (SPC) received 10 tornado reports in Nebraska, and six in Iowa on Thursday.
    Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • And the volunteer who can’t write a check but has spent every weekend knocking on doors and talking to neighbors about this campaign’s promise of a better future for Fort Worth.
    Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Apr. 2025
  • Across the street stood about a dozen police officers talking among themselves because there was no activity requiring their intervention.
    Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 19 Apr. 2025

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“Dish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dish. Accessed 28 Apr. 2025.

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