as in cuisine
the art or style of preparing food (as in a specified region)
a TV show that teaches viewers the basics of French cooking
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as in misrepresenting
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 happening
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 cooking
CBS News, 19 June 2026
Between the striking setting, polished cooking, and lively atmosphere, the experience lingers long after the meal ends.
—Shivani Vora, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
Ashley Rose Young, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 June 2026
Soaking, fermenting or cooking these foods reduces phytate content significantly.
—Allison Palmer
updated June 13, Sacbee.com, 13 June 2026
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Noun
For Hall, just the smell of red meat cooking nearby can trigger an anaphylactic reaction.
—CBS News, 19 June 2026
Between the striking setting, polished cooking, and lively atmosphere, the experience lingers long after the meal ends.
—Shivani Vora, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
Verb
Some ran grocery stores that doubled as informal eateries, cooking with what was available.
—Ashley Rose Young, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 June 2026
Soaking, fermenting or cooking these foods reduces phytate content significantly.
—Allison Palmer
updated June 13, Sacbee.com, 13 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cooking
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True to the resourceful roots of Southern and Black cuisine, Chef Caldwell ensures nothing goes to waste in his kitchen.—
La'Tasha Givens,
CBS News,
20 June 2026
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Adults can savor diverse cuisine at three restaurants—traditional, modern, and artisanal—while enjoying the resort's exceptional value and intimate atmosphere.—
Chelsea Adams,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
Verb
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However, critics contend these demands rely on flawed justifications, misrepresenting past operational losses and overlooking historical market failures.—
Mayra Rodriguez Valladares,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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The lawsuit also accuses the company of misrepresenting the type of content available on its platform.—
Skyler Shepard,
Sun Sentinel,
15 June 2026
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If circumstances had gone Spain’s way with more clinical finishing or a Cape Verde defender making a mistake, then the result would have been different and a lot of the chatter currently happening (including here) would likely not be happening.—
Patrick Sung Cuadrado,
CNN Money,
21 June 2026
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The cultural conversation happening here is nuanced and urgent and almost entirely invisible to the average visitor.—
Baz Dreisinger,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
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The stainless-steel finish is extremely durable and will last for years without bending or distorting.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
10 June 2026
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Authorities will target transactions aimed at distorting the market and conduct field inspections this week to determine whether participants are engaging in speculative trading, Moon Jisung, deputy finance minister for international affairs, said in a statement.—
Hooyeon Kim,
Bloomberg,
9 June 2026
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La Roja needs quicker movement of the ball and its players, more adaptation to what the opponent is doing (Saudi Arabia is not going to play free and open after seeing what worked) and to be more ruthless.—
Patrick Sung Cuadrado,
CNN Money,
21 June 2026
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There is a psychological drive to try to get a second chance at doing something that didn't turn out well the first time.—
Charles Trepany,
USA Today,
21 June 2026
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In order to keep the momentum coming, Team USA will need to remain aggressive in its attack.—
David Troy,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
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Formalwear embraces a relaxed attitude, with most of the blazers coming collarless, with mandarin collars and kimono-inspired, paired with looser-fit trousers nodding to pajamas.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
19 June 2026
Verb
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This annual astronomical alignment signals the start of astronomical summer, occurring when Earth's northern axis is tilted most directly toward the sun.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
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Naturally occurring tax revenues derived from economic growth would help obviate the need for Springfield’s seemingly endless quests for novel fees and tax ideas.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2026
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“Cooking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cooking. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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