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a demonstration of how dried kernels of corn were milled in colonial times
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Recent Examples of milled
Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 30 Oct. 2025
On April 12, 1962, Black men, women, and children packed into Philadelphia’s Times Auditorium and milled about to the low, rhythmic beating of African drums until the lights dimmed and Moore took the stage.
—Literary Hub, 28 Oct. 2025
Amid upbeat music, families milled with their dogs and kids whizzed by on scooters.
—Erin Glynn, Cincinnati Enquirer, 18 Oct. 2025
Protesters of all ages milled about Civic Center for about an hour Saturday afternoon as speakers addressed the crowd, which ranged from families pushing babies in strollers to demonstrators in their late 70s.
—Katie Langford, Denver Post, 18 Oct. 2025
While zirconia crowns are available, they are milled, a process that limits design complexity and carries risks of micro-cracking.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2025
Whereas SheWolf has become a beacon of Roman cuisine, with its handmade pastas made with grains milled in house, Medusa will draw inspiration from Sicily.
—Lyndsay C. Green, Freep.com, 15 Oct. 2025
Several people milled around, neatening the area, touching up Cage’s makeup.
—Susan Orlean, New Yorker, 11 Oct. 2025
Once the rice has been milled and had its bran layer removed, it gets tumbled in a narrow tube for around seven seconds.
—Emily Johnson, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 Oct. 2025
Verb
The lights will shine until mid-January before being taken down and milled into lumber that will be donated to Habitat for Humanity.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 30 Oct. 2025
On April 12, 1962, Black men, women, and children packed into Philadelphia’s Times Auditorium and milled about to the low, rhythmic beating of African drums until the lights dimmed and Moore took the stage.
—Literary Hub, 28 Oct. 2025
Amid upbeat music, families milled with their dogs and kids whizzed by on scooters.
—Erin Glynn, Cincinnati Enquirer, 18 Oct. 2025
Protesters of all ages milled about Civic Center for about an hour Saturday afternoon as speakers addressed the crowd, which ranged from families pushing babies in strollers to demonstrators in their late 70s.
—Katie Langford, Denver Post, 18 Oct. 2025
While zirconia crowns are available, they are milled, a process that limits design complexity and carries risks of micro-cracking.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2025
Whereas SheWolf has become a beacon of Roman cuisine, with its handmade pastas made with grains milled in house, Medusa will draw inspiration from Sicily.
—Lyndsay C. Green, Freep.com, 15 Oct. 2025
Several people milled around, neatening the area, touching up Cage’s makeup.
—Susan Orlean, New Yorker, 11 Oct. 2025
Once the rice has been milled and had its bran layer removed, it gets tumbled in a narrow tube for around seven seconds.
—Emily Johnson, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for milled
Verb
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While the President was met with boos, so were the Commanders as they were crushed 44-22 by the Detroit Lions.—
Jacob Lev,
CNN Money,
10 Nov. 2025
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The persistence of terrorism in Nigeria, whose northern states abut the West African Sahel region, has strategic implications for the country and beyond if the trend is not reversed and decisively crushed.—
Kingsley Moghalu,
semafor.com,
10 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Walpole got on the board first, scoring three seconds into the second quarter when Jack English pounded the ball into the end zone on third-and-goal from the one.—
Justin Barrasso,
Boston Herald,
8 Nov. 2025
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Without its dynamic starting quarterback, the Cougars were outpaced by visiting Inglewood, which pounded the rock in a 40-16 victory on Friday at Saddleback College.—
Zach Cavanagh,
Oc Register,
8 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Cold Brew Coffee Made from a mixture of coarsely ground coffee and room-temperature or cooler water, cold-brew coffee is a refreshing alternative to hot coffee.—
Laura Schober,
Health,
23 Oct. 2025
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Benefits of flaxseed Two tablespoons (about one serving) of ground flaxseed have around 70 calories, nearly 3 grams of protein, and 4 grams of fiber.—
Christina Chaey,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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To achieve professional-looking velvet nails, keep in mind that the most intense tones (such as reds, greens, or blues amplify the depth), while in soft colors like gray, beige or powdered pink, the texture becomes more discreet but just as elegant.—
Laura Solla,
Glamour,
25 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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An earlier version of this story mistakenly described micronized progesterone as a bioidentical hormone with a molecular structure identical to the estrogen produced in the ovaries.—
Allison Aubrey,
NPR,
11 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The discussion came as Robinhood posted third quarter results that beat analyst expectations for both revenue and earnings.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
6 Nov. 2025
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That figure, which is provided by payrolls processing company ADP, beat the Dow Jones consensus estimate for an increase of 22,000.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Over the years, the roof disintegrated and many of the windows are broken.—
Fousia Abdullahi,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Nov. 2025
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Trade negotiations with Canada, which involved metal tariffs, recently disintegrated.—
Yasmin Tayag,
The Atlantic,
31 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Newly-solo Lionsgate on Thursday posted sharply lower overall film and TV businesses’ revenues and a reduced loss for the second quarter of fiscal 2026.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Nov. 2025
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The holiday kits offer a complete Thanksgiving spread at a reduced price, including everything needed for a delicious feast such as turkey and classic sides like mac and cheese, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and of course, pie.—
Diana Leyva,
Nashville Tennessean,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Milled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/milled. Accessed 18 Nov. 2025.
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