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Recent Examples of buttery
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
25 June 2026
The uniformly round, greenish-tan orbs have nutty, buttery flavors.
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Emily Saladino,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
25 June 2026
Jackie Fields,
PEOPLE,
1 June 2026
The uber-buttery snow crab nigiri might just be perfection in a single bite.
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Nathanael Gassett,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
26 May 2026
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Adjective
At the base of the cake is a brownie loaded with Heath Bar pieces and semi-sweet chocolate chips, topped with a buttery Heath Bar streusel.
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Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
25 June 2026
The uniformly round, greenish-tan orbs have nutty, buttery flavors.
—
Emily Saladino,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
25 June 2026
Noun
The latest launch in the beloved Soft Glam fam comes in eight buttery (no really, there's shea butter in the formula), buildable shades that have a diffused finish.
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Jackie Fields,
PEOPLE,
1 June 2026
The uber-buttery snow crab nigiri might just be perfection in a single bite.
—
Nathanael Gassett,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
26 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for buttery
Adjective
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Add lean protein like chicken or fish to your pasta instead of fattier meats.
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Only have fattier or leaner meat?
Noun
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The debut of chef-founder Tom Waters, diners are treated to an intimate, multi-course experience from the open kitchen, with a rotating, seasonal menu that celebrates Wales’ abundant larder.
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However, because black holes are surrounded by a light-trapping boundary called an event horizon, dormant black holes with larders that aren't quite so well stocked are far more elusive.
Adjective
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The salsa macha is an oily, toasty condiment pasty with peanuts and sesame seeds.
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Eucerin’s Clear Skin Sunscreen is formulated with oily, acne-prone skin in mind.
Noun
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Tomato and egg stir-fry is an easy recipe that can be thrown together with common pantry staples in 10 minutes and is delicious enough to be in your weeknight dinner rotation.
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If your laundry detergent just isn't cutting it, leaving your sheets with odors and dull colors, reach into your pantry for a bottle of vinegar.
Adjective
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Often, firming lotions are thick and leave a white cast, but this Olay option, which more than 30,000 buyers have picked up in the past month alone, is lightweight, non-greasy, and absorbs quickly.
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On June 18, a similar cloud rose from the Moscow Oil Refinery on the outskirts of the capital, sending greasy black droplets raining down.
Adjective
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Soak in the mineral-rich waters of nearby Travertine Hot Springs and observe a decaying mining town at Bodie State Historic Park.
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Key Takeaways Omega-3s can be obtained through a balanced diet, especially by eating seafood rich in DHA and EPA, such as salmon, sardines, and mackerel.
Adjective
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The smaller heritage breeds available had higher fat content and varied muscle structure when compared to modern commodity pork.
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Oxidation, rancidity, and fat separation all happen faster when ambient temperatures rise.
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“Buttery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/buttery. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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