How to Use Greek in a Sentence

Greek

1 of 2 noun
  • The Celtic version is more pleasant but the Greek more likely. Onion recipes throughout the centuries have offered a variety of strategies to ease the pain or even avoid tearing.
    Mark Kurlansky, Bon Appétit, 6 Nov. 2023
  • In Greek, bostani means a small garden of herbs and plants like sage, thyme, rosemary and verbena.
    Jordan Riefe, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Nov. 2023
  • The extent of the Greek wildfires More than 672 square miles have burned so far this year.
    Mithil Aggarwal, NBC News, 8 Oct. 2023
  • They were found to contain philosophical texts written in Greek.
    Bradford Betz, Fox News, 7 Feb. 2024
  • Its name, Greek for sparkling, is fitting for its luminosity.
    Elizabeth Gamillo, Discover Magazine, 5 Mar. 2024
  • The next morning, Rapp was dropped off at the Greek Theatre by her manager.
    Amy Kaufman, Los Angeles Times, 24 Sep. 2023
  • The Greek Theatre show in mid-July, for instance, was a sellout.
    Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 25 Aug. 2025
  • In a small mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, blue cheese, lemon juice, honey, garlic powder and salt.
    Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 29 July 2023
  • Imec The brain, in contrast, has the same elasticity as Greek yogurt.
    IEEE Spectrum, 28 May 2022
  • Some of the best high protein foods include lean meats like chicken, turkey, and beef, as well as seafood, Greek yogurt, lentils, and legumes.
    Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
  • He and his two sons were killed while taking refuge in one of the last remaining Greek Orthodox churches.
    Júlia Ledur, Washington Post, 13 Nov. 2023
  • Plus, these Greek meatballs, along with the yogurt sauce and rice, would be delicious stuffed in pitas for brown bag lunches during the week.
    Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 24 May 2026
  • Go for regular or Greek yogurt here, though Greek is thicker and is a closer swap to sour cream for when used as a topping or dip.
    Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Aug. 2023
  • From Israeli to Greek to Indian, the five snacks that arrive every month are bound to be a pleasure to try.
    Taylor Fox, Travel + Leisure, 23 Oct. 2023
  • Google Translate was used to translate the news release from the Greek Ministry of Culture.
    Julia Daye, Miami Herald, 26 Mar. 2024
  • Add couscous or quinoa and a dollop of Greek yogurt, or keep it Paleo and simply serve with fresh parsley and a lemon wedge for bright flavor.
    Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Dec. 2023
  • The reconstructed Greek Orthodox cathedral is near the top of the island and boasts great views of the sea below.
    Kaitlyn McInnis, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2025
  • While cycling, make sure to stop at the Greek Orthodox Monastery of St George Koudounas.
    Kaitlyn McInnis, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2025
  • The 16 additional guest cabins are named after and inspired by Greek islands.
    Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 4 Aug. 2023
  • Greek Yogurt Use Greek yogurt to make a smoothie bowl, high-calorie dips, condiments, and salad dressings.
    Barbie Cervoni, Verywell Health, 19 Aug. 2025
  • The simple, healthy, and straightforward Greek Cuisine could not find a better home away from the Greek Islands.
    Hadley Meares, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Dec. 2023
  • Istiorachis means ‘sail spine’ in Ancient Greek, referencing the tall, sail-like structure along the creature’s back.
    Hannah Peart, NBC news, 22 Aug. 2025
  • Greek Salad with greens, diced tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, garbanzo beans, crispy beet chips, house Greek dressing and feta cheese on the side.
    Endia Fontanez, AZCentral.com, 6 Aug. 2025
  • The bright blue door allows passersby to find the restaurant with ease, while the white and blue interior is slightly reminiscent of the Greek Isles.
    Jake Emen, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Nov. 2023
  • After beginning Latin, Edith embarked on Greek, a language that would stir her heart, widen her world and give her life lasting consequence.
    Meghan Cox Gurdon, WSJ, 29 Sep. 2023
  • Olympiakos aims to follow up their Greek Super League title with another successful campaign this upcoming year.
    Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Aug. 2025
  • The Greek Stock Market Rally The stock market has rewarded the improved outlook.
    Garth Friesen, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2025
  • Milwaukee’s financial flexibility will be compromised through the rest of the Greek Freak’s prime.
    David Aldridge, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2025
  • In Greek Mythology, Cassandra is the goddess granted the power of prophecy by the god Apollo.
    Bryan West, USA TODAY, 19 Apr. 2024
  • With 85 locations in operation, Nick the Greek is poised to have 100 restaurants nationwide by the end of the year.
    Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 28 Aug. 2025

Greek

2 of 2 adjective
  • To make the lime crema, place the Greek yogurt in a small bowl.
    Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 4 May 2024
  • This recipe gets a lift from whole-milk Greek yogurt instead.
    Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 1 Nov. 2023
  • Odysseus knows how to massage an ego; that was his role in the fractious Greek camp.
    Judith Thurman, The New Yorker, 11 Sep. 2023
  • The drink gets its green hue from fresh spinach and its creamy texture from Greek yogurt.
    Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Oct. 2022
  • The thick white lines on dense black backgrounds mimic Greek vase painting.
    Barbara Schreiber, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
  • Below, watch the song’s video, shot on the Greek island of Mykonos.
    Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 22 Aug. 2025
  • If all of this is Greek to you, just know that these ingredients are good to skip.
    Tanya Edwards, Parents, 25 Sep. 2023
  • There's vaudeville, there's Borscht belt, there's Chekhov, there's Greek tragedy.
    Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 8 June 2023
  • Check it out this October and fill up on the sights, sounds, and tastes of the Greek isles.
    oregonlive, 11 Sep. 2023
  • It is made from skim milk and strained similarly to Greek yogurt.
    Angelica Bottaro, Verywell Health, 27 Aug. 2025
  • On his phone display were three ancient Greek letters—π, ο, ρ (pi, omicron, rho).
    Will Henshall, TIME, 21 Oct. 2023
  • The word nomad is rooted in the Greek word nomads, meaning to graze or pasture flocks.
    Emilie Le Beau Lucchesi, Discover Magazine, 2 Dec. 2023
  • In cheese sauce, use a combo of oat milk/Greek yogurt instead of regular milk.
    Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 11 Nov. 2023
  • Read on for how to make the most of this Greek island that’s undergoing a mindful makeover.
    Devorah Lev-Tov, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Nov. 2023
  • This list shows off chocolate’s many friends in the form of pie, from peanut butter to Greek yogurt to cookie dough.
    Emma Laperruque, Bon Appétit, 11 Nov. 2023
  • The same owner also has a great Greek place across the street called The Apollo.
    Will Gluck, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Dec. 2023
  • The ancient Greek philosopher Diogenes went about with a lantern in search of an honest man.
    Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 28 Sep. 2023
  • The Greek class is taught by the male character, who has been slowly losing his sight for many years and will soon be blind.
    David Conrads, The Christian Science Monitor, 4 Aug. 2023
  • Apparently the Greek show was amazing, and so heartfelt, and great.
    Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 19 Nov. 2023
  • The character was based on a minotaur, a creature from Greek mythology that was part man and part bull.
    Chuck Schilken, Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2023
  • Adding Greek yogurt to your oatmeal is another way to get extra protein.
    Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 21 Aug. 2025
  • Avra, the buzzy Greek eatery from New York is a recent addition to the lineup.
    Shivani Vora, Forbes, 13 Nov. 2023
  • Some Greek yogurts can pack as many as 10 billion colony-forming units, whereas others may have less.
    Angelica Bottaro, Verywell Health, 27 Aug. 2025
  • And for dessert, look for the how-tos for Greek coffee-walnut layer cake, a golden filo custard pie and baklava buns.
    Kate Bradshaw, The Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2024
  • The Greek gods, for instance, were not paragons of virtue but soap opera characters with divine superpowers.
    Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025
  • Plus, these Greek meatballs, along with the yogurt sauce and rice, would be delicious stuffed in pitas for brown bag lunches during the week.
    Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 24 May 2026
  • Fresh fruit is tossed with a decadent mixture of cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and whipped topping that is ready in just 10 minutes.
    Jorie Nicole McDonald, Southern Living, 11 Feb. 2024
  • The new rule came after a Greek swimmer supported by Enhanced Games ‘broke’ a world record.
    CNN Money, 29 Aug. 2025
  • If that changes, the variant could get a new Greek letter to distinguish it from other versions of Omicron.
    Claire Bugos, Verywell Health, 11 Sep. 2023
  • And a lot of people think about the Odyssey in Greek myths as happening only in modern day Greek islands.
    Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Feb. 2024

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