in batches

idiom

: in small quantities at a time
Fry the potatoes in batches.

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But the department has released records in batches as officials said reviewing them to redact the names of people who accused Epstein of abuse is taking longer than expected. Bart Jansen, USA Today, 27 Dec. 2025 Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high and swirl to coat; add beef in batches and cook until deeply browned on 2 sides, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2025 Sear the pork in batches, turning, until it is well browned all over, about 3 minutes per side. The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Dec. 2025 Transfer to a blender and puree, in batches if necessary. Kathryn Gregory, Louisville Courier Journal, 25 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for in batches

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“In batches.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20batches. Accessed 5 Jan. 2026.

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