Thesaurus results for GRAVIES

gravies

noun

plural of gravy

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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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

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This 12-count variety pack features apple, apple-strawberry, and apple-banana sauces made with real fruit and no high fructose corn syrup.

— Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 5 Aug. 2026
Whether there’s a roaring campfire out back or summer is months away, a spread with all the fixings—marshmallows, graham crackers, chocolate, sauces, and sprinkles—makes customized s’mores a reality whenever the craving strikes.

— Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of sauces

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Companies use it to invest back in the business, pay down debt, and return some of it to their investors through dividends and stock buybacks.

— Zev Fima, CNBC, 6 Aug. 2026
That could mean returning replacement shares or paying their current value, including dividends and other distributions that would have accrued.

— Mark Lewyn, Baltimore Sun, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of dividends

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The median annual compensation of the 16 executive leaders was $159,737, which included base salary, bonuses and other compensation.

— Audrey McGlinchy, Los Angeles Times, 6 Aug. 2026
Tie Outcomes To Incentives When bonuses, recognition and promotions are linked to business results instead of effort, people stop measuring success by activity and start owning impact.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of bonuses

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Here are the 10 wildest gifts musicians have given their fans and concertgoers.

— Kelly Allen, PEOPLE, 8 Aug. 2026
Among the other gifts offered by businesses in the strip mall are temporary hair color spray from Joan Barry Hair Designers, celebrating 25 years in business, and sidewalk chalking from 40-year-old mall business Love’s Yogurt.

— Myrna Petlicki, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026

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Use our verified Ray-Ban promo codes and tips to save up to 50% off frames, lenses, and clearance.

— Jessica Sulima, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Aug. 2026
To limit heat stress and help your grass maximize its available resources, follow these 9 expert tips during a heat wave.

— Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Aug. 2026

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