gravies

noun

plural of gravy
1
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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2
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 Cornstarch isn’t just for thickening sauces, gravies, and pie fillings. — Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 17 Apr. 2026 Dry mouth Moisten foods with sauces, gravies or broth. — CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026 Sauces High-fat gravies made from pan drippings can overstimulate the gut and worsen symptoms, Moole said. — 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 The new sampler gives gravy-loving fans a taste of two KFC classic gravies—their Signature Brown and the new favorite White Peppercorn. — Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 21 Nov. 2025 Sauces, broths, gravies, and seasonings have nothing on the Hot Dish. — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gravies
  1. sauces
  2. dividends
  3. bonuses
  4. gifts
  5. tips
Noun
  • Starters include lamb lollipops and baked oysters, while entrées range from scallops with saffron risotto and olive tapenade to an 18-ounce ribeye topped with sauces including béarnaise or apple-horseradish cream.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Many of the colorful tins popular on social media, such as those from Fishwife, are packed in sauces, oils or other flavorful ingredients.
    — Jo Ann Liguori, Flow Space, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of sauces
Noun
  • Nvidia has committed to return at least 50% of its free cash flow to shareholders through buybacks and dividends.
    — Alexa LoMonaco, CNBC, 28 Sep. 2026
  • That sovereignty argument has paid political dividends at home.
    — Andre Pagliarini, The Conversation, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of dividends
Noun
  • The contract also stipulates longevity bonuses for staff with at least ten years of service, up to twelve weeks of paid parental leave, stronger health and safety protections, and more bereavement leave.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 5 Oct. 2026
  • Betr wants to give you a chance to earn $200 in bonuses when using promo code FOXNEWS and wagering on Monday Night Football or MLB Playoff action.
    — OutKick, FOXNews.com, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of bonuses
Noun
  • Bellen's parents focused more on nurturing their children's gifts and interests like entrepreneurship and education and supporting their endeavors.
    — Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2026
  • Over the years, Chivayo gave away dozens of luxury cars, buses, cash and other gifts to celebrities, church leaders, sports figures, politicians and social media followers, frequently broadcasting his largesse online.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of gifts
Noun
  • Usually, the show gives us the total each crew member made in tips for the season, but not this time.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 6 Oct. 2026
  • The 30-second spot highlights Donalds’ vote for the One Big Beautiful Bill Act that temporarily cut taxes on overtime, tips and Social Security, and asserts Jolly would raise taxes and insurance costs.
    — Gray Rohrer, Miami Herald, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of tips

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“Gravies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gravies. Accessed 8 Oct. 2026.

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