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as in flesh
animal and especially mammal tissue used as food
we need to go shopping; there's only enough meat in the freezer for one more dinner
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as in roots
the central part or aspect of something under consideration
he dances all around it without ever addressing the meat of the issue
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Recent Examples of meats
Every other detail of the Vegitalian likewise replaces an element that the meats provided in the original.
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Helen Rosner, New Yorker, 22 Mar. 2026
The real American sub, a succulent monster assembled by an artisanal stacker of deli meats and square cheeses, only hit the Old Country when Tommy’s Sandwiches opened in King’s Cross, central London, in January 2026.
—Dominic Green, The Washington Examiner, 20 Mar. 2026
Of Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group, the airy space turns out phenomenal pasta, meats, and veggies alongside a wonderful wine list.
—The Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Mar. 2026
The facility had various frozen meats thawing at room temperature.
—Sacbee.com, 20 Mar. 2026
While many nutrition experts say Americans don’t need more protein, particularly from red and processed meats, MAHA supporters tend to tuck into steaks and beef jerky.
—Sarah Todd, STAT, 20 Mar. 2026
Raw meats were stored on top of ready-to-eat food and raw vegetables in a cooler.
—Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 19 Mar. 2026
Turn the toughest cuts of meats and vegetables into tender, juicy meals with this cast-iron braiser.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
Plan ahead by prepping protein-rich foods like lean meats, beans, or tofu to make balanced meals easier.
—Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 15 Mar. 2026
Helen Rosner, New Yorker, 22 Mar. 2026
The real American sub, a succulent monster assembled by an artisanal stacker of deli meats and square cheeses, only hit the Old Country when Tommy’s Sandwiches opened in King’s Cross, central London, in January 2026.
—Dominic Green, The Washington Examiner, 20 Mar. 2026
Of Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group, the airy space turns out phenomenal pasta, meats, and veggies alongside a wonderful wine list.
—The Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Mar. 2026
The facility had various frozen meats thawing at room temperature.
—Sacbee.com, 20 Mar. 2026
While many nutrition experts say Americans don’t need more protein, particularly from red and processed meats, MAHA supporters tend to tuck into steaks and beef jerky.
—Sarah Todd, STAT, 20 Mar. 2026
Raw meats were stored on top of ready-to-eat food and raw vegetables in a cooler.
—Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 19 Mar. 2026
Turn the toughest cuts of meats and vegetables into tender, juicy meals with this cast-iron braiser.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
Plan ahead by prepping protein-rich foods like lean meats, beans, or tofu to make balanced meals easier.
—Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 15 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for meats
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Live and in the flesh country singers Aaron Tippin and Eric Lee Beddingfield are also on the lineup, along with the 101st Airborne Division Band.—
Joseph Hudak,
Rolling Stone,
26 Mar. 2026
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Always wash before peeling to avoid dragging surface residue into the flesh.—
Allison Palmer,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Mar. 2026
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But the film also sees the roots of toxic nativism elsewhere, especially in the wars being waged in Ukraine and Gaza, both of which become passing points of conversation.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
27 Mar. 2026
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When the Tidal Basin floods, saltwater can saturate the soil and seep into the cherry trees' roots, which depend on dry land and fresh water to thrive.—
Dan Peck,
ABC News,
26 Mar. 2026
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Of the stubborn hearts in these mountains of mine who wore pride like a coat and refused to bow beneath the shadows these mountains could cast in both heart and spirit.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
23 Mar. 2026
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Nothing can replace Bailey or Lady, or fill that empty space in our hearts, but a new companion could hug your heart and help that hole to close and mend.—
Joan Morris,
Mercury News,
23 Mar. 2026
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For those whose skin leans on the drier side, year-round, hydration flooding with essences, toners, and ampoules maximizes hydration without adding unwanted heaviness.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
19 Mar. 2026
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Korean scalp treatments often come in lightweight, fast-absorbing liquids, essences, or refreshing tonics designed to be massaged directly into the scalp without leaving hair greasy or weighed down.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
24 Feb. 2026
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In a gas-dwarf scenario, planets are believed to form rock cores that accrete a small percentage of hydrogen-helium during the formation process.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
16 Mar. 2026
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These are signs of human and natural activity that made it into the atmosphere and were stored in ice cores.—
Nidhi Sharma,
Popular Science,
13 Mar. 2026
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In addition to the bacon and sausage, this queso is packed with filling black beans, corn kernels, scallions, cheese, jalapeños, and our favorite, Rotel tomatoes.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
8 Mar. 2026
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Additionally, pollination may occur during extreme summer heat, reducing kernels on your cobs.—
Michelle Mastro,
Martha Stewart,
5 Mar. 2026
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Tyler Herro added 18 points for the Heat.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
26 Mar. 2026
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The Houston standout put up 42 points in a loss at Texas Tech.—
Colleen Kane,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Mar. 2026
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“Meats.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/meats. Accessed 29 Mar. 2026.
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