: a grape of any of several varieties that has been dried in the sun or by artificial heat
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Here, the key is to use a thick marmalade with plenty of peel, which creates fruity pockets, a bit like tangy raisins.
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The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
Cook rice according to package directions; transfer to bowl with raisins (do not stir).
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 10 Mar. 2026
Like almost every idea expressed in the film, it’s stated casually, with the nonchalance that naturally accompanies cailles aux raisins and Amaretto.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 6 Mar. 2026
Dessert seals the deal with vanilla bean crème brûlée or an oatmeal raisin topped with apple strudel ice cream.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 6 Mar. 2026
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The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
Cook rice according to package directions; transfer to bowl with raisins (do not stir).
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 10 Mar. 2026
Like almost every idea expressed in the film, it’s stated casually, with the nonchalance that naturally accompanies cailles aux raisins and Amaretto.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 6 Mar. 2026
Dessert seals the deal with vanilla bean crème brûlée or an oatmeal raisin topped with apple strudel ice cream.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 6 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for raisin
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“Raisin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/raisin. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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raisin
noun
rai·sin
ˈrāz-ᵊn 
: a grape usually rich in sugar that has been dried
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