as in meat
animal and especially mammal tissue used as food
eats no flesh of any kind, only fruits, grains, and vegetables
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Recent Examples of flesh
Catfish and carp, on the other hand, are true bottom feeders, hence the muddy flavor injection in their flesh.
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Joe Cermele,
Outdoor Life,
25 June 2026
It’s called a screwworm because, unlike many fly larvae that feed on dead or decaying flesh, New World screwworm larvae screw into the flesh of warm-blooded animals to feed.
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Jen Christensen,
CNN Money,
22 June 2026
Like all varieties, the flesh is dotted with tiny, edible black seeds.
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Randi Gollin,
Martha Stewart,
21 June 2026
Like bed bugs, chiggers feed on human flesh and their bites leave behind an itchy and uncomfortable rash.
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Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
19 June 2026
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Joe Cermele,
Outdoor Life,
25 June 2026
It’s called a screwworm because, unlike many fly larvae that feed on dead or decaying flesh, New World screwworm larvae screw into the flesh of warm-blooded animals to feed.
—
Jen Christensen,
CNN Money,
22 June 2026
Like all varieties, the flesh is dotted with tiny, edible black seeds.
—
Randi Gollin,
Martha Stewart,
21 June 2026
Like bed bugs, chiggers feed on human flesh and their bites leave behind an itchy and uncomfortable rash.
—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
19 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for flesh
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flesh
meat
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Mojo is built on a combination of garlic and citrus, creating a bright, punchy sauce and marinade that infuses and flavors grilled meats, seafood and vegetables.
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For meat eaters, chicken or turkey sausages are also great lean protein options.
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“Flesh.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flesh. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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