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as in interrogated
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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as in asked
to put a question or questions to
grilled the children about her ex-husband's new girlfriend
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Recent Examples of grilled
Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 16 June 2026
Raw in salads, roasted, grilled, fried, sautéed, pickled, baked in casseroles.
—Kelly Brant, Arkansas Online, 16 June 2026
Similar to the chicken from one of your favorite fast food joints, this tender grilled chicken breast is marinated in pickle juice for extra flavor.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 15 June 2026
Place grilled chicken thighs or roasted potatoes on a bed of tzatziki.
—Georgina Hayden, Bon Appetit Magazine, 15 June 2026
Renner also grilled election officials about whether or not post office officials had backdated postmarks on mail ballots sent after election day so they could still be counted, the source said.
—Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 13 June 2026
Congressional lawmakers grilled Chicago Public Schools CEO Macquline King in an hourslong hearing yesterday, pressing her and two other superintendents on policies supporting transgender students and other diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
—Chicago Tribune, 11 June 2026
Valdez, who somehow avoided being grilled about being born and raised in Texas, picked Jalen Brunson as her choice for most valuable player.
—Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 11 June 2026
Investors and analysts have grilled Apple about its AI strategy on earnings calls over the past year.
—Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 8 June 2026
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And the Californian squab grilled over pine is served alongside hen-of-the-woods mushroom and atop a black-truffle jus.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 16 June 2026
Raw in salads, roasted, grilled, fried, sautéed, pickled, baked in casseroles.
—Kelly Brant, Arkansas Online, 16 June 2026
Similar to the chicken from one of your favorite fast food joints, this tender grilled chicken breast is marinated in pickle juice for extra flavor.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 15 June 2026
Place grilled chicken thighs or roasted potatoes on a bed of tzatziki.
—Georgina Hayden, Bon Appetit Magazine, 15 June 2026
Renner also grilled election officials about whether or not post office officials had backdated postmarks on mail ballots sent after election day so they could still be counted, the source said.
—Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 13 June 2026
Congressional lawmakers grilled Chicago Public Schools CEO Macquline King in an hourslong hearing yesterday, pressing her and two other superintendents on policies supporting transgender students and other diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
—Chicago Tribune, 11 June 2026
Valdez, who somehow avoided being grilled about being born and raised in Texas, picked Jalen Brunson as her choice for most valuable player.
—Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 11 June 2026
Investors and analysts have grilled Apple about its AI strategy on earnings calls over the past year.
—Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 8 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for grilled
Adjective
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The secret to truly great fried chicken is striking the perfect balance between crispy skin and moist, juicy meat.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 June 2026
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Make fried favorites like french fries and chicken nuggets with 75 percent less fat in this compact air fryer.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
8 June 2026
Verb
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The 57-year-old executive was interrogated on a variety of points.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Dec. 2025
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De Tracy thought that an idea should be studied and interrogated the same way science studied the natural world.—
Jason DeRose,
NPR,
3 Dec. 2025
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When asked what policies would have prevented the shooting, Noem did not provide specifics.—
Holmes Lybrand,
CNN Money,
25 July 2025
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Property tax rebate, naming rights and other concerns A Cleves resident asked if taxpayers will get the 30% property tax rollback that county leaders promised when voters approved the sales tax and said that should be noted in the new lease agreement.—
Erin Glynn,
The Enquirer,
25 July 2025
Adjective
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My standard order includes chicken, brown rice, black beans, fresh tomato salsa, roasted chili-corn salsa, fajita vegetables, and romaine lettuce.—
Jennifer Klump,
Verywell Health,
11 June 2026
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Try the chicken pad thai, crying tiger, beef kra paw and a roasted whole chicken (E San Classic).—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 June 2026
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As part of its research, CAM has examined how social media algorithms amplify antisemitic content and conspiracy theories.—
Amelie Botbol,
FOXNews.com,
11 June 2026
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And because his authority is nowhere on the org chart, it cannot be examined, questioned, or held accountable in any formal sense.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Multiple members quizzed after the meeting by a gaggle of reporters declared no interest in serving as acting mayor.—
Shun Graves,
Chicago Tribune,
1 June 2026
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Morgan will appear alongside opera singer Katherine Jenkins and be quizzed by Deadline’s Jake Kanter in a panel on fame, media, culture and public opinion, while former First Lady Obama and her brother, Craig Robinson, will record a live episode of their podcast IMO.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
27 May 2026
Adjective
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The combination of broiled eggplant, miso glaze and bubu abare (crispy rice crackers) rivals everything else on the menu.—
Miguel Otárola,
Denver Post,
31 July 2025
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One kid ate the broiled fruit and loved it; the other would have sooner perished.—
Emily Weinstein,
New York Times,
25 Feb. 2025
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Bay Area schools were again at the forefront of a national debate over parental rights and LGBTQ+ issues Wednesday as Congressional Republicans questioned San Francisco’s schools chief on transgender student policies, ethnic studies and how much say parents should have over classroom instruction.—
Molly Gibbs,
Mercury News,
11 June 2026
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During the test, Kourtney questioned Khloé about why True doesn't get to stay overnight at her house.—
Gina Kalsi,
PEOPLE,
11 June 2026
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“Grilled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grilled. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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