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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
Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Health, 29 Sep. 2025
For example, are there enough pork chops in the pack to eat grilled with baked potatoes and veggies one night and then sliced into a stir-fry the next?
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 28 Sep. 2025
The chicken fingers, cut from thigh meat, come either fried or grilled, in a variety of marinades.
—Helen Rosner, New Yorker, 28 Sep. 2025
And so was the long discussion afterwards when my mother grilled me for my opinions.
—Marisa Silver
september 23, Literary Hub, 23 Sep. 2025
Senators grilled Live Nation in a 2023 hearing.
—Nino Paoli, Fortune, 19 Sep. 2025
Kennedy himself was grilled by the Senate committee after Monarez’s firing.
—Jared Gans, The Hill, 19 Sep. 2025
They can be smoked or grilled and sometimes are wrapped in bacon or battered and deep-fried for extra crunch.
—Gretchen McKay, Twin Cities, 18 Sep. 2025
Senators grilled Live Nation in a 2023 hearing.
—Dee-Ann Durbin, Denver Post, 18 Sep. 2025
Adjective
Eggplant can also be lightly coated in olive oil and herbs, then grilled until tender, or included in recipes like ratatouille and casseroles.
—Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Health, 29 Sep. 2025
For example, are there enough pork chops in the pack to eat grilled with baked potatoes and veggies one night and then sliced into a stir-fry the next?
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 28 Sep. 2025
The chicken fingers, cut from thigh meat, come either fried or grilled, in a variety of marinades.
—Helen Rosner, New Yorker, 28 Sep. 2025
And so was the long discussion afterwards when my mother grilled me for my opinions.
—Marisa Silver
september 23, Literary Hub, 23 Sep. 2025
Senators grilled Live Nation in a 2023 hearing.
—Nino Paoli, Fortune, 19 Sep. 2025
Kennedy himself was grilled by the Senate committee after Monarez’s firing.
—Jared Gans, The Hill, 19 Sep. 2025
They can be smoked or grilled and sometimes are wrapped in bacon or battered and deep-fried for extra crunch.
—Gretchen McKay, Twin Cities, 18 Sep. 2025
Senators grilled Live Nation in a 2023 hearing.
—Dee-Ann Durbin, Denver Post, 18 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for grilled
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His attorneys pointed out that Dassey had a low IQ bordering on intellectual disability, and questioned law enforcement's interrogation tactics — including allowing the teen to be interrogated without a parent or attorney present.—
Kelli Arseneau,
jsonline.com,
1 Oct. 2025
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In some cases, they were held for as long as 20 hours in a room at MIA, where they were interrogated by customs agents about their business dealings and wealth, and asked about other prominent members of Haiti’s economic elite.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
24 Sep. 2025
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Then one day, the teacher asked if anyone knew about the Holocaust.—
Romina Ruiz-Goiriena,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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Anyone with information is asked to contact Chief Investigator Maria Stewart at 513-946-8700.—
Gillian Stawiszynski,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
4 Oct. 2025
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The whole house smells of fried cheese, or something wonderful has been cooked around here.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
4 Oct. 2025
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Victor Tony Jones' last meal, last words Jones, who declined to say last words just before the execution, ate a last meal of fried chicken, collard greens and sweet tea, according to AP.—
Amanda Lee Myers,
USA Today,
30 Sep. 2025
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Fortunately for San Francisco, it was reported during the game's broadcast that Winters had been examined in the locker room and then returned to the field.—
Robert Marvi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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The congressional investigation has also examined allegations of information suppression between intelligence agencies and between the executive branch and Congress.—
Nora Gamez Torres,
Miami Herald,
2 Oct. 2025
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The exec was later quizzed why HBO Max Spain had not yet leaned into any of its more successful docs or doc series and expanded them.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
30 Sep. 2025
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Egan quizzed the custodian on the relationship.—
Dan Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
21 Sep. 2025
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Delicata squash has a subtly sweet and nutty flavor that's wonderful as an alternative to a more evergreen side dish like roasted sweet potatoes.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
4 Oct. 2025
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Bolognese Bolognese is a classic sauce for pasta, but this version is also excellent with rice, potatoes or spooned over tender roasted spaghetti squash and acorn squash.—
Robin Miller,
AZCentral.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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The judge also questioned the authenticity of Combs’ claims of reform, pointing to his assault of Jane in June 2024.—
Nicki Brown,
CNN Money,
4 Oct. 2025
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The proposition stems from a legal challenge that questioned Mayor Kevin Hartke’s and two predecessors’ mayoral terms.—
Maritza Dominguez,
AZCentral.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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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 9 Oct. 2025.
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