short ribs
plural noun
: a cut of beef consisting of rib ends between the rib roast and the plate see beef illustration
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Then Carmy convinces Syd to prepare her Coca-Cola short ribs, also served at the family meal.
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Jen Chaney,
Vulture,
26 June 2026
The short ribs — best eaten by hand — are a little chewy and fatty (in the best way) with a savory and subtly sticky sweetness.
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Usa Today Network,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
And then there are Argentina’s cuts of meat, which include chorizo and short ribs.
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Jenna Thompson
june 18,
Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
The shrimp is cooked with short ribs and a whole bunch of seasonings and a Scotch bonnet chile for a hint or heat.
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Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
5 June 2026
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Jen Chaney,
Vulture,
26 June 2026
The short ribs — best eaten by hand — are a little chewy and fatty (in the best way) with a savory and subtly sticky sweetness.
—
Usa Today Network,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
And then there are Argentina’s cuts of meat, which include chorizo and short ribs.
—
Jenna Thompson
june 18,
Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
The shrimp is cooked with short ribs and a whole bunch of seasonings and a Scotch bonnet chile for a hint or heat.
—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
5 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for short ribs
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“Short ribs.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/short%20ribs. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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