ladled

past tense of ladle
as in scooped
to lift out with something that holds liquid the server ladled out the soup from a large tureen

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Recent Examples of ladled Her legacy endures with the scarf-worthy burritos, burgers, smothered fries and tamales, most of them available with savory green chile stew ladled on top. John Wenzel, Denver Post, 13 Aug. 2025 Baked in deep, rectangular pans, the hefty pies won over Idahoans with thick, airy crusts and oceans of red sauce ladled on top. Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 11 Aug. 2025 The mixture is then ladled over rice noodles and garnished with scallions. Keith Pandolfi, The Enquirer, 5 Aug. 2025
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  • Studiocanal has scooped the UK and Ireland rights for California Schemin’ and Bankside Films will shop the film to international buyers in Toronto.
    Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 5 Sep. 2025
  • There are also desserts, such as scooped ube ice cream and green tea mochi ice cream.
    Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 3 Sep. 2025
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  • Many of us who are raised on or reformed by incomparable low-and-slow Southern pork barbecue appreciate cabbage slaw as a classic accompaniment, whether spooned onto our plate (AKA our tray) or inside a sandwich bun.
    Sheri Castle, Southern Living, 28 Aug. 2025
  • Whether spooned over fresh berries, blended into smoothies, sprinkled with crunchy granola or eaten straight from the carton, yogurt has earned its place as a go-to for breakfast, midday snacks or even dessert.
    Daryl Austin, USA Today, 13 Aug. 2025

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“Ladled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ladled. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.

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