as in drunk
being under the influence of alcohol
Once they realized he was getting fried, his friends made him hand over the keys.
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Recent Examples of fried
Also in the walk-in cooler, fried rice that complements many dishes sat uncovered.
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David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
8 June 2026
Two of the most popular dishes are msemen — flaky, pan-fried flatbreads — and harira, a hearty tomato, lentil and chickpea soup.
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Lauren Schuster,
Charlotte Observer,
4 June 2026
The key is choosing unsaturated fats over the fried and greasy options that tend to trigger side effects.
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Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
28 May 2026
It can be roasted, baked, or pan-fried.
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Nancy Lebrun,
Verywell Health,
22 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for fried
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
8 June 2026
Two of the most popular dishes are msemen — flaky, pan-fried flatbreads — and harira, a hearty tomato, lentil and chickpea soup.
—
Lauren Schuster,
Charlotte Observer,
4 June 2026
The key is choosing unsaturated fats over the fried and greasy options that tend to trigger side effects.
—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
28 May 2026
It can be roasted, baked, or pan-fried.
—
Nancy Lebrun,
Verywell Health,
22 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for fried
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fried
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At a different show, a drunk pedestrian tried to board the bus during faux-Monroe’s speech.
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The San Joaquin County District Attorney's Office said evidence presented during the trial showed Sherman was drunk and had taken psilocybin, also known as magic mushrooms, in his Lodi apartment prior to meeting Makinano outside Garry's Lounge that night.
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The show presented the moment as Sullivan, who had a boyfriend at the time of filming the 2004 cycle months prior in 2003, having a drunken one-off affair with one of the male models in attendance.
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Years of advocacy led by victims’ families exposed mistakes and wrongdoing by police – who initially spread a false narrative blaming drunken fans – and extracted an apology from the government.
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Drive at a reduced speed during wet weather.
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In May, confirming rumors that had been swirling for months, Anthropic’s life sciences lead Eric Kauderer-Abrams publicly acknowledged that the company is building out its own wet labs and hiring biologists to run its own basic research.
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An uncertain situation can still be a poor investment when a weak balance sheet or a permanently impaired business is involved.
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Peptide skin-care products have the unique ability to target a host of skin concerns, from sagging to an impaired skin barrier, in part because there are so many different types of peptides.
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When these work together, firms may reduce wasted spend, improve lead quality, and stabilize case flow.
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No doubling back, no wasted time zigzagging across the city.
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In the small family restaurant in Rogers Park Monday evening, Walter Guevara sat at a table and devoured yucca fries and Peruvian-style rice with stewed chicken, hungry despite his numerous cancer treatments.
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Their sweet flavor can balance the richness of stewed meats and earthy spices and add a unique twist to your meal.
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Pair it with nacho chips or swap in pickled jalapeños for a fresh take minus (some of) the carbs.
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Signature bowls include the Hash Hash (braised beef, sweet potato hash, horseradish crema, feta and pickled onion) and The Pioneer (shredded chicken, sweet potato hash, Peruvian green sauce, Israeli pico de gallo and micro cilantro).
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Contestants from all across the nation will face rigorous tests that mirror the real-life journey of a comedian — from brutal open mics to bombed sets, rewrites and the pressure of big-stage performances.
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“Fried.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fried. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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