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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
Bill Dawers - For The Ajc, AJC.com, 2 June 2026
The diner’s pork tenderloin sandwich—a Hoosier staple served grilled or breaded—is one of the biggest draws, alongside all-day breakfast favorites like from-scratch biscuits and thick, peppery gravy.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Midwest Living, 31 May 2026
Clean the grill grates so remnants of previous meals don't transfer to the food being grilled.
—Emerson Latham, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 May 2026
Democrats grilled Lutnick on his relationship with Epstein during an earlier hearing in February, after facing bipartisan calls to resign over his appearance in the government’s files on Epstein.
—Brooke Migdon, PEOPLE, 22 May 2026
Chef John Trujillo was slathering the filets, all 22 of them, in a marinade in preparation to be grilled on cedar planks as part of the restaurant’s family meal.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 22 May 2026
The intellectual heavyweights beside her grilled her with sociological concern.
—Literary Hub, 18 May 2026
There is potential staying power of his remarks as Americans head into Memorial Day weekend facing rising prices for the hamburgers and hot dogs to be grilled.
—ABC News, 16 May 2026
Most often, chicken breasts are baked, grilled, or sautéed—or, nowadays, air-fried—with as little oil or butter as possible.
—Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 May 2026
Verb
The shrimp basket at B&J's Steak and Seafood includes a half pound of shrimp fried, grilled, blackened or boiled.
—Bill Dawers - For The Ajc, AJC.com, 2 June 2026
The diner’s pork tenderloin sandwich—a Hoosier staple served grilled or breaded—is one of the biggest draws, alongside all-day breakfast favorites like from-scratch biscuits and thick, peppery gravy.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Midwest Living, 31 May 2026
Clean the grill grates so remnants of previous meals don't transfer to the food being grilled.
—Emerson Latham, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 May 2026
Democrats grilled Lutnick on his relationship with Epstein during an earlier hearing in February, after facing bipartisan calls to resign over his appearance in the government’s files on Epstein.
—Brooke Migdon, PEOPLE, 22 May 2026
Chef John Trujillo was slathering the filets, all 22 of them, in a marinade in preparation to be grilled on cedar planks as part of the restaurant’s family meal.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 22 May 2026
The intellectual heavyweights beside her grilled her with sociological concern.
—Literary Hub, 18 May 2026
There is potential staying power of his remarks as Americans head into Memorial Day weekend facing rising prices for the hamburgers and hot dogs to be grilled.
—ABC News, 16 May 2026
Most often, chicken breasts are baked, grilled, or sautéed—or, nowadays, air-fried—with as little oil or butter as possible.
—Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for grilled
Adjective
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The key is choosing unsaturated fats over the fried and greasy options that tend to trigger side effects.—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
28 May 2026
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It can be roasted, baked, or pan-fried.—
Nancy LeBrun,
Verywell Health,
22 May 2026
Verb
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She’s interrogated by a researcher named Phil (Mark Duplass), who works for the mysterious company Async, which used to build MRI machines and now studies the Backrooms.—
Dani Di Placido,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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Viewers see Mary being interrogated by Async employee Phil (Mark Duplass), as well as a twisted version of Mary sitting in silence by herself.—
Emily Blackwood,
PEOPLE,
30 May 2026
Verb
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When asked about her challenging Qualls in a primary, her campaign declined to comment Saturday.—
Jimmy Lovrien,
Twin Cities,
31 May 2026
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Those with information are asked to contact the department’s homicide unit at 510-981-5741.—
Ryan Macasero,
Mercury News,
31 May 2026
Verb
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Point guard Jalen Brunson has returned to sitting on the Knicks' bench since his knee was examined in the team's locker room.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
4 June 2026
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One investigation into hospice fraud examined the business and financial records of every hospice currently operating in Los Angeles County, applying the same indicators identified by state auditors as potential red flags for fraud.—
Laura Geller,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
Verb
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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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Keep a jar in the fridge and add them to tacos, breakfast sandwiches, burgers, grain bowls, salads, or just some roasted vegetables.—
Oliver Strand,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
3 June 2026
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La Tourangelle has also won with its roasted pistachio oil in 2015 and 2025, and with its roasted hazelnut oil in 2015, 2016 and 2020.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
3 June 2026
Verb
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But Florida’s family court guardians ad litem are not required to have any training in mental health or domestic abuse, while experts have long questioned the extent to which judges should rely on psychologists’ recommendations.—
Shira Moolten,
Sun Sentinel,
4 June 2026
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Democrats and some Republicans questioned using taxpayer money for the massive project, and Republicans did not include it in the final bill when it was released on Wednesday.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 June 2026
Adjective
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As the high heat starts rendering fats and oils from broiled meats, the juices are channeled away and fall into a drip tray through a series of holes.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
27 Aug. 2025
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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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“Grilled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grilled. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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