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as in sauces
a savory fluid food used as a topping or accompaniment to a main dish
order a large serving of fries with extra gravy
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as in dividends
something given in addition to what is ordinarily expected or owed
you only pay for three CDs; the fourth one they give you is just gravy
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Recent Examples of gravies
Sauces High-fat gravies made from pan drippings can overstimulate the gut and worsen symptoms, Moole said.
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Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2025
From oyster stuffing to rich gravies that didn't let any part of the bird go to waste, several dishes tell the story of how America used to cook and celebrate.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 26 Nov. 2025
But even fresh turkey can lose its nutritional edge if paired with calorie-dense sides, butter-laden skin or rich gravies.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 10 Nov. 2025
Sauces, broths, gravies, and seasonings have nothing on the Hot Dish.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Nov. 2025
Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2025
From oyster stuffing to rich gravies that didn't let any part of the bird go to waste, several dishes tell the story of how America used to cook and celebrate.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 26 Nov. 2025
But even fresh turkey can lose its nutritional edge if paired with calorie-dense sides, butter-laden skin or rich gravies.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 10 Nov. 2025
Sauces, broths, gravies, and seasonings have nothing on the Hot Dish.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gravies
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Meals are also fully customizable, with add-ons such as jalapeños, avocado and bacon, and a variety of sauces to choose from.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
25 Feb. 2026
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Bowls have purple rice and leafy greens as a base, then customizable proteins and sauces.—
Kate Bradshaw,
Mercury News,
24 Feb. 2026
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Weiss’ approach has paid some dividends.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
2 Mar. 2026
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Limitations exist for other ways of investing excess capital, such as boosting dividends and stock buybacks or amassing a war chest for acquisitions.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Mar. 2026
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Last year, Lowe’s also gave $80 million in discretionary bonuses store managers and assistant managers.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
25 Feb. 2026
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The remainder of his compensation came from vacation payouts, car allowances and bonuses.—
James Rainey,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Feb. 2026
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Habitat Home decor, locally made artisan items, one-of-a-kind gifts, ceramics, art, textiles, and more are stylishly displayed at this shop founded by a retired Marine.—
Patricia Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Feb. 2026
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All of those gifts were received prior to Epstein’s guilty plea in Florida in 2008 to charges of solicitation of prostitution with a minor, according to the university’s review of its Epstein connections.—
Peter Charalambous,
ABC News,
25 Feb. 2026
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Thousands of additional tips have poured into the Pima County Sheriff’s Department since last week, when Savannah Guthrie announced a $1-million reward for information that leads to the return of her mother.—
Richard Winton,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Mar. 2026
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Hare recommends these interior design tips to help build a conversation-friendly room.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Mar. 2026
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“Gravies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gravies. Accessed 4 Mar. 2026.
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