as in housekeeper
a female domestic servant
a busy executive who leaves most of the cooking and cleaning to the char
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Recent Examples of char
Kaitlyn Rosati, New York Daily News, 2 July 2025
As the Wolf Fire continues to char hundreds of acres in southern California, forcing evacuations, much of the rest of the U.S. is bracing for one of the most wildfire-prone times of the year.
—Doyle Rice, USA Today, 1 July 2025
Sabrina Weiss, People.com, 4 July 2025
Place corn in skillet; cook over medium-high, turning occasionally, until lightly charred and tender, about 10 minutes.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 2 July 2025
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Noun
At Ponty Bistro, the lamb had a nice char on the outside, and, like the poisson yassa, was smothered in sauce.
—Kaitlyn Rosati, New York Daily News, 2 July 2025
As the Wolf Fire continues to char hundreds of acres in southern California, forcing evacuations, much of the rest of the U.S. is bracing for one of the most wildfire-prone times of the year.
—Doyle Rice, USA Today, 1 July 2025
Verb
Grill, covered, until lightly charred and cooked through, about 1 minute.
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—Sabrina Weiss, People.com, 4 July 2025
Place corn in skillet; cook over medium-high, turning occasionally, until lightly charred and tender, about 10 minutes.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for char
Noun
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Birney also enlisted Chase’s help with the case of his housekeeper, Mathilda.—
Jeff Suess,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
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Irena brought in her early-twenties Mexican housekeeper, Gabriela, for a consultation.—
Gary Baum,
HollywoodReporter,
16 June 2025
Verb
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Potassium deficiency causes yellowing and scorching along leaf edges, weak stems, and interveinal chlorosis, a yellowing between the leaf veins.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
22 July 2025
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Take it from someone who easily melts in the scorching heat and humidity — linen clothing is your best option for staying cool all summer.—
Emily Weaver,
People.com,
19 July 2025
Noun
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Molly the maid, by now promoted to head maid at her posh hotel, is on the spectrum, and her literal understanding of the world makes for both funny moments and good insights.—
Barbara Ellis,
Denver Post,
6 July 2025
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Could the maid be delivering a letter from another suitor?—
Jerry Saltz,
Vulture,
2 July 2025
Verb
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Apply a baking soda paste, or, for darker or stubborn stains, a paste of baking soda and white vinegar.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
14 July 2025
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So using a standard stick outside your underarms (especially one with potential irritants like baking soda, aluminum, or strong fragrances) could cause rash-like symptoms or even an itchy, inflamed reaction known as contact dermatitis, Dr. Massick tells SELF.—
Jenna Ryu,
SELF,
14 July 2025
Verb
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Most of the books were singed but readable, with titles outlined in charcoal and price conveniently obliterated.—
Peter Wortsman
July 14,
Literary Hub,
14 July 2025
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Images from the scene showed the family's umbrella singed and snapped in half, with other belongings damaged by the lightning strike.—
Kerry Breen
July 5,
CBS News,
5 July 2025
Verb
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In addition to discussion of policy and statistics, Cheung’s book is full of evocative, searing details.—
James Folta,
Literary Hub,
17 July 2025
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Working in batches as needed to prevent overcrowding, add the lamb chops, leaving about an inch of space between each one, and sear until well browned with a bit of char on the edges, 2 to 3 minutes.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 July 2025
Verb
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At blue hour, Abe captured the foreground—the internal walls and water—gently lit by the setting sun.—
Carlyn Kranking,
Smithsonian Magazine,
14 July 2025
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Relatives said McFarlane went out with his buddies to celebrate Independence Day, and joined with a crowd of revelers lighting fireworks a few blocks from his home.—
Rebecca White,
New York Daily News,
13 July 2025
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“Char.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/char. Accessed 26 Jul. 2025.
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