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as in interrogates
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 asks
to put a question or questions to
grilled the children about her ex-husband's new girlfriend
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as in restaurants
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 grills
Allecia Vermillion, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 May 2026
Funga Farm's crops, meanwhile, end up in some of Copenhagen's best restaurants, including ARK, a famous vegan restaurant that grills and serves Cometta's oyster mushrooms as a tasty entree.
—Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 24 May 2026
This chicken grills up juicy and deeply flavorful thanks to both the char the basting sauce helps create and the savory poultry seasoning in the mix.
—Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 9 May 2026
Continue reading … ROUGH ENDORSEMENT — CNBC host grills Elizabeth Warren on rallying with controversial Senate hopeful.
—FOXNews.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Store grills inside a garage or shed.
—Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 11 Mar. 2026
During my sailing, the chefs did open-air barbecues on two nights, working with Big Green Egg grills on the top deck, grilling fresh Atlantic prawns and tender steaks, and also cracking open fresh oysters.
—Janice Wald Henderson, Travel + Leisure, 7 Feb. 2026
Gas grills This Weber Spirit E-325 propane gas grill features a powerful Sear Zone with Boost Burners, Snap-Jet Ignition, precise temperature control, fold-down side tables and compatibility with Weber Works accessories for a customizable grilling setup.
—ABC News, 4 Feb. 2026
Do not use generators or grills inside.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 30 Jan. 2026
Dave Warren, CBS News, 1 June 2026
Trim trees, remove dead branches, secure outdoor furniture, grills and anything that could become airborne in high winds.
—Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 1 June 2026
Outside, sculptural plantings punctuate the formal gardens, while other highlights include an outdoor kitchen equipped with Wolf grills, a tennis court, an oversized chessboard, and a three-car garage.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 27 May 2026
Kicking Horse, located along the Kicking Horse River with views of Cathedral Mountain, is open from May to early October and has facilities with indoor plumbing, including showers with hot water, and campsites that include fire pits with cooking grills.
—Maryam Siddiqi, Travel + Leisure, 23 May 2026
The National Weather Service urged residents to be cautious with campfires, barbecue grills, fireworks and anything else capable of sparking a fire as Northern California moves deeper into the dry season.
—Sacbee.com, 22 May 2026
As a friendly reminder, the weather service urged residents to dispose of cigarettes properly, avoid charcoal grills and limit outdoor activities that may create flames or sparks.
—Christian Cervantes, AZCentral.com, 17 May 2026
Both designs will feature double-sided grills to make sure food is as fresh as possible and kitchen flow is streamlined.
—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 15 May 2026
Another five were under grills.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 14 May 2026
Verb
Tacos Cometa’s brick-and-mortar evolution is kiosk-order casual, but the aproned crew grills and plates with the focus of an elite fine dining team.
—Allecia Vermillion, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 May 2026
Funga Farm's crops, meanwhile, end up in some of Copenhagen's best restaurants, including ARK, a famous vegan restaurant that grills and serves Cometta's oyster mushrooms as a tasty entree.
—Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 24 May 2026
This chicken grills up juicy and deeply flavorful thanks to both the char the basting sauce helps create and the savory poultry seasoning in the mix.
—Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 9 May 2026
Continue reading … ROUGH ENDORSEMENT — CNBC host grills Elizabeth Warren on rallying with controversial Senate hopeful.
—FOXNews.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Store grills inside a garage or shed.
—Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 11 Mar. 2026
During my sailing, the chefs did open-air barbecues on two nights, working with Big Green Egg grills on the top deck, grilling fresh Atlantic prawns and tender steaks, and also cracking open fresh oysters.
—Janice Wald Henderson, Travel + Leisure, 7 Feb. 2026
Gas grills This Weber Spirit E-325 propane gas grill features a powerful Sear Zone with Boost Burners, Snap-Jet Ignition, precise temperature control, fold-down side tables and compatibility with Weber Works accessories for a customizable grilling setup.
—ABC News, 4 Feb. 2026
Do not use generators or grills inside.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 30 Jan. 2026
Noun
The protection can be especially important when loose objects such as patio furniture, planters and grills become airborne during a storm.
—Dave Warren, CBS News, 1 June 2026
Trim trees, remove dead branches, secure outdoor furniture, grills and anything that could become airborne in high winds.
—Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 1 June 2026
Outside, sculptural plantings punctuate the formal gardens, while other highlights include an outdoor kitchen equipped with Wolf grills, a tennis court, an oversized chessboard, and a three-car garage.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 27 May 2026
Kicking Horse, located along the Kicking Horse River with views of Cathedral Mountain, is open from May to early October and has facilities with indoor plumbing, including showers with hot water, and campsites that include fire pits with cooking grills.
—Maryam Siddiqi, Travel + Leisure, 23 May 2026
The National Weather Service urged residents to be cautious with campfires, barbecue grills, fireworks and anything else capable of sparking a fire as Northern California moves deeper into the dry season.
—Sacbee.com, 22 May 2026
As a friendly reminder, the weather service urged residents to dispose of cigarettes properly, avoid charcoal grills and limit outdoor activities that may create flames or sparks.
—Christian Cervantes, AZCentral.com, 17 May 2026
Both designs will feature double-sided grills to make sure food is as fresh as possible and kitchen flow is streamlined.
—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 15 May 2026
Another five were under grills.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 14 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for grills
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Barragán originally set out to find the man who scammed his mother by posing as a handsome American soldier, but now interrogates four of these young men, illuminating their psychological tactics, economic hardships and moral dilemmas.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
30 May 2026
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Advent has effectively digitized its own intellectual history — its wins, its misses, its assumptions — and turned it into a live analytical layer that interrogates every new deal that comes before the committee.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
25 May 2026
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Perhaps that’s why Irish actor Colm Meaney has been called in to play the proprietor of a convenience store who, in short order, conspires to get Cameron a job alongside Tova, asks Tova out on a date, and is forever giving away coffee and other goods.—
Peter Tonguette,
The Washington Examiner,
30 May 2026
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Trademark law asks whether the use misleads consumers about whether a company or person has produced or endorsed something.—
Daryl Lim,
Fortune,
30 May 2026
Noun
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Plans call for a nine-screen movie theater spanning 40,000 square feet, restaurants and bars, retail shops, and a 773-space parking garage, which has already been completed.—
Brian Maass,
CBS News,
2 June 2026
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This hotel has a range of restaurants that lure locals aplenty.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
Verb
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No one questions their autonomy.—
Robert Henderson,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
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Rawlence also questions whether what Colossal is doing is really reviving extinct species.—
Rob Stein,
NPR,
19 May 2026
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The square is recognized by UNESCO for its cultural significance, which gives diners a sense of the history behind every meal.—
Lauren Schuster,
Charlotte Observer,
4 June 2026
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The space seats 85 diners inside and almost 40 outside and still includes a communal table.—
Connie Ogle,
Miami Herald,
4 June 2026
Verb
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Being reflective – examines one’s own assumptions and thinking habits to build more constructive patterns of thought and behavior.—
Mary Crossan,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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The plan examines how natural disasters could impact residents, homes, infrastructure and essential facilities, while identifying ways to reduce damage and strengthen community resilience.—
Mona Darwish,
Oc Register,
29 May 2026
Verb
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Congratulations are in order for Dua Lipa, who married Callum Turner over the weekend at a courthouse ceremony in London wearing a Schiaparelli suit with Christian Louboutin pumps to complete her all-white look — but those heels are far from the only shoes the British musician owns.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
3 June 2026
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My chest feels tight as my heart pumps against the elevation, though some of this sensation may simply be awe.—
Alexandra Oliva
June 1,
Literary Hub,
1 June 2026
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