as in sludge
something (as a work of literature or music) that is too sentimental a story about a lost puppy that was pure corn

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Recent Examples of corn But in 2018, Trump added tariffs for China, and China reduced its purchases of American soybeans, corn, and pork, mostly grown in the Midwest. Crista V. Worthy, Denver Post, 13 May 2025 What Actually Increases Diverticulitis Risk? Though nuts, seeds, and corn are no longer on the naughty list for diverticulitis, other, more general diet and lifestyle factors do seem to make a meaningful difference to risk. Sarah Garone, Health, 9 May 2025 Tacoma’s top destinations for corn, soybeans and other ag exports include Japan, China and South Korea. Lori Ann Larocco, CNBC, 6 May 2025 Most gasoline sold across the U.S. is blended with 10% ethanol, but 15% blends are becoming increasingly common, particularly in the Midwest, where most of the nation’s corn is grown. John Hanna, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for corn
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Noun
  • However, trade classification is not the only contributor to trade sludge.
    Steve Banker, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2025
  • Pacific Palisades experienced a major intersection submerged in three feet of sludge, and roads near the Eaton Fire burn scar were overtaken by several feet of mud, trees, and vegetation.
    David Faris, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Apr. 2025
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  • Grains like spelt and sorghum can be used to make beer instead.
    Em Sauter, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
  • For any dish needing rice or quinoa or for any baking recipe that calls for traditional flour, try sorghum instead.
    Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 8 May 2025

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