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When cold, clean the mussels one at a time and remove half the shell (keep the mussels in the other half shell).
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Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Dec. 2025
The heroes in a half shell are back — but this time, they’re stranded across the river.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 6 Oct. 2025
Fitting up to nine half shells, the plate also boasts a playful ruffled edge inspired by the Victorian era.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 17 June 2025
Chili bowl: Flake the squash with a fork, keep it in its half shell, and scoop on your favorite chili for a hearty, satisfying meal.
—Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Health, 15 Oct. 2024
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Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Dec. 2025
The heroes in a half shell are back — but this time, they’re stranded across the river.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 6 Oct. 2025
Fitting up to nine half shells, the plate also boasts a playful ruffled edge inspired by the Victorian era.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 17 June 2025
Chili bowl: Flake the squash with a fork, keep it in its half shell, and scoop on your favorite chili for a hearty, satisfying meal.
—Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Health, 15 Oct. 2024
See All Example Sentences for half shell
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“Half shell.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/half%20shell. Accessed 19 Jan. 2026.
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