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cuttings

noun

plural of cutting

as in slices

a piece that has been separated from the whole by cutting a bag full of grass cuttings

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Recent Examples of cuttings Most types of begonias are easy to propagate from leaf or stem cuttings or seed. — Derek Carwood, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Sep. 2026 This summer has been a convenient whirlwind of ribbon-cuttings and christenings. — Emma Green, New Yorker, 25 Sep. 2026 Make cuttings a foot or more in length and remove major leaves. — Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Sep. 2026 Be sure to properly disinfect your shears when taking cuttings to help prevent the spread of disease pathogens (like fungus) from one plant to another. — Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 10 Sep. 2026 Through their business The Fig Hunter, founded in 2021, the couple propagates unique varieties like Shasta Cranberry and Amen’s Citron from cuttings taken in unlikely spots such as culverts and pavement cracks. — Sacbee.com, 2 Sep. 2026 The White House under President Biden used to complain when Republicans would go out to ribbon cuttings of projects that were funded by Biden's infrastructure law. — Dana Taylor, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2026

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slices

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In batches, carefully add the plantain slices and fry until the edges caramelize, about 5 minutes per side.

— Candy Hom, AJC.com, 4 Oct. 2026
The thick, crispy and wonderfully cheesy slices cost between $10 and $12 at the festival.

— Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 2 Oct. 2026

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