fry-up

Definition of fry-upnext
British

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of fry-up Experiencing the English countryside also means sampling a full English breakfast, known as a fry-up. — Mike Nolan, Travel + Leisure, 24 May 2025 My nephew had made his fry-up breakfast and, being well brought up, had cleaned the cooker top and turned everything off. — Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Dec. 2023 The average cost of ingredients to make a traditional fry-up jumped by more than 22 percent from a year earlier in January. — BostonGlobe.com, 16 Feb. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fry-up
Noun
  • 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
  • Bake or air-fry a tray straight from frozen and serve them hot.
    — Danielle Bouchard, Martha Stewart, 24 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • There’s a small kitchen in each, but your best bet is to trundle over to the neighboring pub for fish and chips, lamb chops, or a Sunday roast.
    — Katie Silcox, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2026
  • After 24 hours, cut the roast in half and slice as thinly as possible using a deli slicer or electric knife.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 2 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • His pastrami is flavored with the earthy, peppery hallmarks of ras el hanout, while the brisket eats like low-and-slow Texas barbecue, but with the sweet and savory notes of a traditional Ashkenazi brisket recipe.
    — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2026
  • Professional athletes, musicians and other familiar names are heavily involved in the Queen City’s dining scene, putting their own spin on everything from burgers and barbecue to brunch and beer.
    — Evan Moore October 1, Charlotte Observer, 1 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Ants line up and overrun a picnic through smelling a neighbor’s pheromones with their tiny antennae.
    — Michael Morris, Fortune, 2 Oct. 2026
  • The man who lured Cathy with candy, leading her away from her picnic and into a tunnel of trees to rape her, is tied up with her reading of Alice in Wonderland, and the Cathy from before and the Cathy created after are different people.
    — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 1 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • The Brasserie beside it, a continuation of the same vibe, focuses on French dishes with some good vegetarian options, and hosts a breakfast buffet with lovely local products.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Deadline can reveal that the Line of Duty showrunner is spearheading a bid to produce Doctor Who after the BBC launched a competitive tender, a bake-off-style process in which producers have put forward plans to regenerate the iconic sci-fi series.
    — Max Goldbart, Deadline, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Pumpkin Black Bean Enchiladas A quick trip under the broiler is enough to melt and brown the cheese on top of these weeknight-friendly enchiladas—no lengthy bake required.
    — Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Once settled into cozy banquets and armchairs around the tables, dinner was served—family-style, in all its Italian glory.
    — Arden Fanning Andrews, Vogue, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Kate, who first donned the elegant diamond and pearl design in 2017 at a state banquet at Buckingham Palace, last wore them during the National Service of Remembrance in November 2025.
    — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 23 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Food and Drink The Rooftop Restaurant handles refined dinner with floor-to-ceiling views.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Audiences unaware that Altman is gay might pick up on subtle hints in Garfield’s performance, before Musk jokes about it during a dinner scene or a boyfriend is finally seen well into the film.
    — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 6 Oct. 2026

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