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as in distorted
to change so much as to create a wrong impression or alter the meaning of
it turns out the pharmaceutical researcher had cooked her data
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as in happened
to take place
wondered what was cooking when several police cars pulled up to their neighbor's house
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Recent Examples of cooked
Alexandra Kelly,
Martha Stewart,
22 June 2026
Thawed milk is best used in baking projects, sauces, and other cooked applications.
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Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
22 June 2026
Anissa likens the texture of mafrükeh to risotto, or a cooked version of tabouleh.
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Bill Addison,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
Two trays of cooked egg rolls were held below proper hot holding temperatures.
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Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
june 19,
Sacbee.com,
19 June 2026
Leeks have a mild, sweet flavor and are versatile for raw or cooked dishes.
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Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 June 2026
The inspector saw a live roach and a dead roach in the facility, some cooked meat that wasn’t being cooled properly and reported that the hot water heater wasn’t working.
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Harriet Ramos,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 May 2026
The study found the biggest cardiovascular benefit in people who ate about 3/4 cups of cooked legumes and a small serving of soy foods.
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Stephanie Brown,
Verywell Health,
28 May 2026
The palate balances sweetness and spice, showcasing flavors of toffee, caramel, and a touch of sweet, cooked cereal, followed by cinnamon, clove, and a peppery mid-palate.
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Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
Alejandro Avila Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
The peaches are cooked in a large skillet with sugar and butter until the fruit softens and the liquid thickens into a sauce.
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Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
18 June 2026
In addition to being eaten alone, raw or cooked, cauliflower can be used in recipes.
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Ashley Olivine,
Verywell Health,
18 June 2026
Asado is cooked over an open fire.
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Jenna Thompson
june 18,
Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
Read on for our standout titles of the season (organized by release date), hand-chosen and cooked from by our staff.
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The Bon Appétit,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 June 2026
Perfectly balanced, deeply flavorful, and cooked with an ease that only comes from years of instinct.
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Rebecca Cope,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 June 2026
Cook until bright pink in color and just cooked through the centers, about 4 minutes, turning once.
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Lynda Balslev,
Mercury News,
9 June 2026
This means that the tenderloin is first cooked low and slow in the oven.
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Susan Selasky,
Detroit Free Press,
24 Dec. 2024
Adjective
How to Use Frozen Mint Frozen mint is best used in cooked dishes and drinks.
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Alexandra Kelly,
Martha Stewart,
22 June 2026
Thawed milk is best used in baking projects, sauces, and other cooked applications.
—
Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
22 June 2026
Anissa likens the texture of mafrükeh to risotto, or a cooked version of tabouleh.
—
Bill Addison,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
Two trays of cooked egg rolls were held below proper hot holding temperatures.
—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
june 19,
Sacbee.com,
19 June 2026
Leeks have a mild, sweet flavor and are versatile for raw or cooked dishes.
—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 June 2026
The inspector saw a live roach and a dead roach in the facility, some cooked meat that wasn’t being cooled properly and reported that the hot water heater wasn’t working.
—
Harriet Ramos,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 May 2026
The study found the biggest cardiovascular benefit in people who ate about 3/4 cups of cooked legumes and a small serving of soy foods.
—
Stephanie Brown,
Verywell Health,
28 May 2026
The palate balances sweetness and spice, showcasing flavors of toffee, caramel, and a touch of sweet, cooked cereal, followed by cinnamon, clove, and a peppery mid-palate.
—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
Verb
Reese looked cooked after picking up four quick fouls in the first half, spending way too much time riding the pine.
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Alejandro Avila Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
The peaches are cooked in a large skillet with sugar and butter until the fruit softens and the liquid thickens into a sauce.
—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
18 June 2026
In addition to being eaten alone, raw or cooked, cauliflower can be used in recipes.
—
Ashley Olivine,
Verywell Health,
18 June 2026
Asado is cooked over an open fire.
—
Jenna Thompson
june 18,
Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
Read on for our standout titles of the season (organized by release date), hand-chosen and cooked from by our staff.
—
The Bon Appétit,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 June 2026
Perfectly balanced, deeply flavorful, and cooked with an ease that only comes from years of instinct.
—
Rebecca Cope,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 June 2026
Cook until bright pink in color and just cooked through the centers, about 4 minutes, turning once.
—
Lynda Balslev,
Mercury News,
9 June 2026
This means that the tenderloin is first cooked low and slow in the oven.
—
Susan Selasky,
Detroit Free Press,
24 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cooked
Adjective
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The menu focuses on Roman classics like cacio e pepe, carbonara-style rigatoni, Roman-style artichokes, and aged bistecca Fiorentina with roasted potatoes and sautéed chicory.
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Others are hyperseasonal, such as kalamboki (roasted corn with feta butter) and aginares souvlaki (artichoke skewers with bell pepper, red onion and a yogurt side).
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During our research, what first struck us was the extent to which the clichés surrounding the great figures of Antiquity have often distorted our perception of these historical characters.
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The irresponsible development and use of AI have allowed these to be hijacked and distorted, turning them into agents of harm.
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The big battle of the season happened at Rook’s Rest, where Princess Rhaenys and her dragon Meleys were killed by Aemond and his dragon Vhagar while fighting Aegon and his dragon Sunfyre.
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The shootings happened Tuesday evening at I-670 and Wyoming Street, I-70 and Paseo Boulevard, I-70 and Prospect Avenue, and at Truman Road and Hardesty Avenue, police have said.
Adjective
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The treat features McDonald's signature apple filling, wrapped in a golden, fried crust.
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Southern Grandmas know that fried potatoes aren't just for supper.
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Portraying New York state and the company as partners in a fraud on the public, the lawsuit said that the company and New York officials repeatedly misrepresented when the company's contract would begin, causing severe disruptions to patient care statewide.
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They may have been misrepresented.
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After the verdict, Miami-Dade State Attorney Katherine Fernandez Rundle said in a statement that her office decided to charge Pino with a felony after determining that there was sufficient evidence that Pino’s actions were reckless, although the jury ultimately disagreed.
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Dagher said there was nothing to indicate any other suspects were involved.
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The primary suite delivers dual spa baths, heated floors, custom closets, and a private balcony, while floor-to-ceiling glass windows, expansive terraces, and canyon and city views create a seamless indoor-outdoor experience.
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Patrick Clancy Go Fund Me There were some heated moments in the hearing, as lawyers sparred over whether Lindsay Clancy's parents and sister should be allowed in the courtroom before they're called to testify.
Verb
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That came just a few days after news broke that Palantir had secured a $10 billion contract from the US Army over the next decade.
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All five of Bednar’s outs came via strikeout on Wednesday.
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“Cooked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cooked. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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