gra·no·la
grə-ˈnō-lə 
: a mixture typically of rolled oats and various added ingredients (such as brown sugar, raisins, coconut, and nuts) that is eaten especially for breakfast or as a snack
informal granola
: crunchy sense 2
Although many people don't associate her with "that granola lifestyle," [Sarah] Palin said that she and her family eat organic food whenever they can.—
The Associated Press
The Associated PressBackpacking had never been a part of her world. Most people she knew would think of it … as an activity for tree-hugging granola types with excess time and money.—Nina Revoyr
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Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 3 Mar. 2026
Both types of granola bites are gluten-free.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Mar. 2026
Beauty benefits aside, the granola is particularly cluster-y and quite delicious, with a vanilla-forward flavor profile and bits of pistachio in every bite.
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Feb. 2026
Granola or Cereal Adding granola or cereal to your oatmeal can enrich the texture.
—Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 26 Feb. 2026
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Green tea extracts never reviewed by the FDA were found in 901 products in the database, including granola and energy bars, candy and chewing gum, ice cream, sodas, teas, waters and seafood, according to the EWG report.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 3 Mar. 2026
Both types of granola bites are gluten-free.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Mar. 2026
Beauty benefits aside, the granola is particularly cluster-y and quite delicious, with a vanilla-forward flavor profile and bits of pistachio in every bite.
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Feb. 2026
Granola or Cereal Adding granola or cereal to your oatmeal can enrich the texture.
—Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 26 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for granola
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“Granola.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/granola. Accessed 5 Mar. 2026.
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gra·no·la
grə-ˈnō-lə
: a mixture of oats and other ingredients (as brown sugar, raisins, coconut, or nuts) that is eaten especially for breakfast or as a snack
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