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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Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 11 Mar. 2026
Add them to a parfait made with either Greek or regular yogurt, fresh fruit, and granola.
—Christina Manian, Health, 10 Mar. 2026
Spoon plain Greek yogurt into a bowl or jar, layer with fresh or frozen fruit, add granola for crunch and finish with a drizzle of honey.
—Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 10 Mar. 2026
Spoon plain Greek yogurt into a bowl or jar, layer with fresh or frozen fruit, add granola for crunch, and finish with a drizzle of honey.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 10 Mar. 2026
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There, guests can meet for meals—breakfast granola is complimentary each morning—grab snacks for the trails, or wind down post-adventure with craft beer or a glass of wine.
—Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 11 Mar. 2026
Add them to a parfait made with either Greek or regular yogurt, fresh fruit, and granola.
—Christina Manian, Health, 10 Mar. 2026
Spoon plain Greek yogurt into a bowl or jar, layer with fresh or frozen fruit, add granola for crunch and finish with a drizzle of honey.
—Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 10 Mar. 2026
Spoon plain Greek yogurt into a bowl or jar, layer with fresh or frozen fruit, add granola for crunch, and finish with a drizzle of honey.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 10 Mar. 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 26 Mar. 2026.
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granola
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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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