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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
Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 June 2026
Quinoa One cup of cooked quinoa contains approximately 8 grams of protein, according to USDA data.
—Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 5 June 2026
The microwave was dirty, there were moldy vegetables in the cooler and cooked rice was stored without a date label.
—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
Frozen and thawed tomato slices and scraps are best used for cooked applications like sauces, soups, or stews.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 28 May 2026
There are about 8 grams of protein in half a cup of cooked kidney, navy, cannellini or black beans.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 26 May 2026
Those amounts translate to roughly a half-cup to one cup of cooked beans, peas, or lentils.
—Stephanie Anderson Witmer, Health, 19 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.
—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
Adjective
Leeks have a mild, sweet flavor and are versatile for raw or cooked dishes.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 June 2026
Quinoa One cup of cooked quinoa contains approximately 8 grams of protein, according to USDA data.
—Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 5 June 2026
The microwave was dirty, there were moldy vegetables in the cooler and cooked rice was stored without a date label.
—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
Frozen and thawed tomato slices and scraps are best used for cooked applications like sauces, soups, or stews.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 28 May 2026
There are about 8 grams of protein in half a cup of cooked kidney, navy, cannellini or black beans.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 26 May 2026
Those amounts translate to roughly a half-cup to one cup of cooked beans, peas, or lentils.
—Stephanie Anderson Witmer, Health, 19 May 2026
Verb
Reese looked cooked after picking up four quick fouls in the first half, spending way too much time riding the pine.
—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.—
Jim Dobson,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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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).—
Scott Hocker,
TheWeek,
18 June 2026
Verb
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Risk tolerance becomes distorted.—
Anatoly Iofe,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Other portraits include Robert Rauschenberg (1963), showing just a close-up of the artist’s mouth, and Oldenburg (1970), featuring the artist’s face distorted via a magnifying glass.—
Maximilíano Durón,
ARTnews.com,
11 June 2026
Verb
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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.—
Tracy Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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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.—
Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
19 June 2026
Adjective
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The secret to truly great fried chicken is striking the perfect balance between crispy skin and moist, juicy meat.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 June 2026
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Make fried favorites like french fries and chicken nuggets with 75 percent less fat in this compact air fryer.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
8 June 2026
Verb
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In a case filed in September, the DOJ claimed Volgaev concealed and misrepresented his involvement in the smuggling operation during his naturalization process and thus should lose citizenship.—
Jaclyn Diaz,
NPR,
2 June 2026
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Prosecutors said Roberts knowingly misrepresented his citizenship status on employment paperwork during his time at the district, which serves 30,000 students, according to the AP.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
1 June 2026
Verb
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During the morning low tide, while there was still a small stretch of sand, excavators were working to pile large rip-rap boulders next to the base of the crumbling Pacifica Pier.—
John Ramos,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
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While there was movement on the bases for both starters, the game lulled until the seventh.—
Liana Handler
Follow,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2026
Adjective
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There's a heated outdoor pool and hot tub at the base of the mountain.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 June 2026
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Drafts, poor insulation and air leaks can undermine even the most efficient furnace, allowing heated air to escape and forcing the system to work harder.—
Alora Bopray,
USA Today,
12 June 2026
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.—
Allison Morrow,
CNN Money,
7 Aug. 2025
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All five of Bednar’s outs came via strikeout on Wednesday.—
Brendan Kuty,
New York Times,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Cooked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cooked. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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