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as in flesh
animal and especially mammal tissue used as food
we need to go shopping; there's only enough meat in the freezer for one more dinner
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as in food
substances intended to be eaten
offered his guests meat and drink
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as in heart
the central part or aspect of something under consideration
he dances all around it without ever addressing the meat of the issue
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Recent Examples of meat
Larger cats, including captive lions, tigers and panthers, have also died as a result of eating meat contaminated with bird flu.
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Susanne Rust, Los Angeles Times, 12 Dec. 2024
And Wood said that as long as people eat meat, there will always be a need for leather companies to solve the problem of hide waste.
—Jennifer Bringle, WWD, 12 Dec. 2024
This awesome kitchen gadget makes mashing ground meat for tacos or lasagna so easy—and kind of fun, too.
—Lanee Lee, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
Slow cooker beef stew is a nutrient-rich meal made with stew meat, flour, garlic, onion, and vegetables.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 10 Dec. 2024
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Susanne Rust, Los Angeles Times, 12 Dec. 2024
And Wood said that as long as people eat meat, there will always be a need for leather companies to solve the problem of hide waste.
—Jennifer Bringle, WWD, 12 Dec. 2024
This awesome kitchen gadget makes mashing ground meat for tacos or lasagna so easy—and kind of fun, too.
—Lanee Lee, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
Slow cooker beef stew is a nutrient-rich meal made with stew meat, flour, garlic, onion, and vegetables.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 10 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for meat
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Be sure to shave the squash all the way down to the bright orange flesh (don’t stop at the white layer), which might take a couple of passes.Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 16 Dec. 2024
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This observation that the Pacific Northwest’s beautiful evergreen forests were built on a foundation of ocean nutrients carried within the very flesh of the salmon hit me like a diamond bullet.Erik Kobayashi-Solomon, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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Legends Hospitality will be the exclusive provider of food, beverages and merchandise during Rays games, in collaboration with Levy Restaurants, the Rays’ official vendor.Chris Kirschner, The Athletic, 9 Dec. 2024
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Cook foods to proper temperatures by using a cooking thermometer, especially when cooking meats.Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 8 Dec. 2024
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However, sometimes salmonellosis can result in more serious ailments, such as blood infections, heart inflammation, joint stiffness, muscle pain, eye irritation and urinary tract symptoms.Tim Ryan, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
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Guillermo really was the beating heart of the show — literally!Maira Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 17 Dec. 2024
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The new leadership immediately homed in on the core values required to establish a fresh sense of belief in the company: trust and transparency.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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Over time, the Foundation has built up a group of 300 or so core donors, complementing corporate donations and seven-figure gift-giving board members.Kathy A. McDonald, Variety, 12 Dec. 2024
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On Steakhouse Sundays, Barda’s regular menu will also be available, including items such as its steak tartare served with fresh horseradish, Mother Loaf bread, and a roasted bone of marrow.Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 10 Dec. 2024
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Visitors can learn about local baking techniques and try different bread and pastry varieties – including schüttelbrot (a flatbread) and krapfen (a German doughnut).Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 10 Dec. 2024
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Participants at the meeting reportedly discussed how to possibly introduce legislative measures to enable the mass expulsion of immigrants from Germany, as well as German citizens with immigrant roots and German citizens who have helped refugees.Alan Taylor, The Atlantic, 10 Dec. 2024
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This article explores the root causes of these partnerships, their implications on the future of the automotive industry and actionable insights for businesses looking to navigate this changing landscape.Amaan Kazi, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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And while the phrase snail essence may conjure images of slime, rest assured: the ingredient is silky, rather than slimy.Kiana Murden, Vogue, 14 Dec. 2024
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Discover the enchanting essence of Exuma by taking part in the People-to-People Programme.Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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There’s also an additional exhibit room filled with interactive digital screens, including one with a bowl of popcorn kernels and another with a fidget spinner-like array of gifts.Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 12 Dec. 2024
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Not only were popcorn garlands easy to make, but popcorn kernels were affordable and easy to find in Colonial America.Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Dec. 2024
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“Meat.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/meat. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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