as in sea
the whole body of salt water that covers nearly three-fourths of the earth
for hundreds of years people from Atlantic Canada have made their living from the brine
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Recent Examples of brine
Remove chicken skin; brine as directed in Step 1.
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Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 June 2026
This essential step draws moisture from the flesh, resulting in a firmer, crispier pickle and a less watery brine.
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Martha Stewart,
12 June 2026
Instead of pairing it with whiskey, people are now turning to the brine as part of their wellness routines for hydration, preventing muscle cramps, improving gut health, and even lowering those cortisol levels.
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Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
11 June 2026
Their version includes Navy Strength Gin and onion brine and is served with sour cream and onion chips on the side.
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Carolyn Stein,
Chicago Tribune,
5 June 2026
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Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 June 2026
This essential step draws moisture from the flesh, resulting in a firmer, crispier pickle and a less watery brine.
—
Martha Stewart,
12 June 2026
Instead of pairing it with whiskey, people are now turning to the brine as part of their wellness routines for hydration, preventing muscle cramps, improving gut health, and even lowering those cortisol levels.
—
Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
11 June 2026
Their version includes Navy Strength Gin and onion brine and is served with sour cream and onion chips on the side.
—
Carolyn Stein,
Chicago Tribune,
5 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for brine
Recent Examples of Synonyms for brine
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The guests keep coming; the sea, beaches, cafes, and tourist infrastructure are working.
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So far, the sea animals haven’t been wrong.
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For 250 years, between 1565 and 1815, the famous galleon fleet left the port of Manila for the port of Acapulco and back, traveling for months over the treacherous ocean while carrying a lucrative flow of foods, silver, fabrics and culinary traditions.
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The Pacific Coast Highway is one of America’s most scenic drives, with stunning bluffs and designated vista points featuring sparkling ocean views.
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“Brine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brine. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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