1
as in to interrogate
to put a series of questions to
police grilled the suspect, but had to release him when it became clear he didn't have the information they were looking for
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2
as in to ask
to put a question or questions to
grilled the children about her ex-husband's new girlfriend
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as in restaurant
a public establishment where meals are served to paying customers for consumption on the premises
headed down to the local bar and grill for a beer and a burger
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Recent Examples of grill
Sandals Resorts, AFAR Media, 2 June 2025
Steel had started grilling Mia about her messages to Diddy and Instagram posts on May 30.
—Victoria Bekiempis, Vulture, 2 June 2025
Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 June 2025
The kitchen team, many of whom grew up in Saint Vincent, send out platters of seafood and vegetables pulled straight from the grill.
—Sandals Resorts, AFAR Media, 2 June 2025
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Verb
At Sandals’ Jerk Shacks, chefs stay true to that tradition by marinating chicken, pork, and fish in a fiery mix of Scotch bonnet peppers, thyme, and allspice, then grilling it over pimento wood.
—Sandals Resorts, AFAR Media, 2 June 2025
Steel had started grilling Mia about her messages to Diddy and Instagram posts on May 30.
—Victoria Bekiempis, Vulture, 2 June 2025
Noun
Keep your carrots from falling through the grill grates by placing them perpendicular to the grate.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 June 2025
The kitchen team, many of whom grew up in Saint Vincent, send out platters of seafood and vegetables pulled straight from the grill.
—Sandals Resorts, AFAR Media, 2 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for grill
Verb
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In October, Kennedy and other members of the Civilian Oversight Commission spent five hours interrogating Fernandez and former homicide Det.—
Connor Sheets,
Los Angeles Times,
6 June 2025
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The men were interrogated for three weeks on suspicions that included conspiring to endanger lives on the roads; then they were put under house arrest, but finally released without charges, apparently after the withdrawal.—
Gershom Gorenberg,
The Atlantic,
30 May 2025
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But some Colombians have also asked the president to tone down his rhetoric against opposition leaders.—
Manuel Rueda,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2025
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Seyfried asked Brody of the next film, who said he hadn’t been contacted about the project but noted that his character died.—
Matt Donnelly,
Variety,
9 June 2025
Noun
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Between 2005 and 2009, Herb franchised eight Nathan’s Famous restaurants at Walmarts across Florida.—
Michael Butler,
Miami Herald,
7 June 2025
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Now, many restaurants are largely empty during the day and at night.—
Sergio Martínez-Beltrán,
NPR,
7 June 2025
Verb
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Some might find the introduction of a major conflict — when a different date turns nightmarish for Sophie, causing Lucy to question her certainties about what makes a good match and berate herself for failing to spot red flags — to be a heavy-handed nudge toward a resolution.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
9 June 2025
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The announcement also prompted concern among bloggers who write about Disney parks in California and Florida, who questioned the impact the restrictions could have on the thousands who visit the parks each year from Venezuela.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
8 June 2025
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Well, the show quizzed him on the participating dance crews to prove that he’s studied up.—
Jennifer Zhan,
Vulture,
29 May 2025
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Moreover, incorporate polls and quizzes to increase audience interaction and generate curiosity.—
Karan Sharma,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Known for its sophisticated algorithm analyzing thousands of reviews, published professional evaluations, and guest feedback, La Liste is extending travel inspiration to global diners with this new ranking.—
Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
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Le created all of the recipes herself, cooks food in the restaurant and even serves dishes to diners.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
30 May 2025
Verb
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The researchers also examined more than 2,700 genomes of modern plague samples from Asia, Africa, and North and South America.—
Mindy Weisberger,
CNN Money,
3 June 2025
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The researchers examined data from the U.S. Drug-Induced Liver Injury Network between 2004 and 2022.—
Stephanie Brown,
Verywell Health,
2 June 2025
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Mushroom coffee is pretty much everywhere by now—from the beverage aisle of the grocery store to your favorite healthy cafe.—
Laura Solla,
Vogue,
30 May 2025
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Aside from a few food and coffee options on either side of Harris Ranch and a smattering in Bown Crossing, there are no restaurants, dining spots or cafes for neighbors to gather.—
Nick Rosenberger,
Idaho Statesman,
29 May 2025
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“Grill.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grill. Accessed 14 Jun. 2025.
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