grille

variants also grill
Definition of grillenext

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of grille This is a plus for those of us who like to fire up the grill and cook a couple of steaks on a chilly winter evening. Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 13 Jan. 2026 Watson unpacked tables and chairs and a grill and coolers and butane cannisters and groceries and ice. Paige Williams, New Yorker, 12 Jan. 2026 Best Restaurants The Lauber A lively bar and grill located in an old sheet metal factory, The Lauber is emblematic of South Bend’s rebirth. Sarah Cahalan, Travel + Leisure, 11 Jan. 2026 Unplug the fridge and locate them at the back or bottom of the appliance; they are usually covered with a grille. Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 10 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for grille
Recent Examples of Synonyms for grille
Noun
  • Lay half of strips lengthwise over jam mixture, spacing evenly, then arrange remaining strips crosswise across, working alternately over and under lengthwise strips to create a lattice pattern (leave barely any space between strips so top is completely covered).
    Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
  • The lattice work details on the side give it vintage detail, and the classic scalloped knobs add even more nostalgia.
    Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 26 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Instead, they are isolated in their apartments and communicate exclusively through television screens and only with text.
    Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 1 Feb. 2026
  • Chris Rock served as the beloved narrator of Everybody Hates Chris – providing the adult perspective on the childhood experiences shown on screen.
    Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 1 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Students must apply and go through a selective screening process — only 20% are accepted, according to the website.
    Briah Lumpkins, Charlotte Observer, 28 Jan. 2026
  • Two cases of Nipah virus have been reported in India, causing airports to increase passenger screening to prevent its spread beyond the country.
    Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 28 Jan. 2026

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“Grille.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grille. Accessed 3 Feb. 2026.

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