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mince

verb

ˈmin(t)s

Definition of mince

as in to chop

to cut into small pieces minced some garlic and added it to the stew

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Recent Examples of mince The Frenchman doesn’t mince words about his reasons for changing course. — Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026 Tennessee coach unloads on NCAA suspension Speaking on Tuesday before the Vols open Fall camp, head coach Josh Heupel did not mince words on the NCAA's punishment of a 2-game suspension for the linebacker. — Trey Wallace Outkick, FOXNews.com, 4 Aug. 2026 Similarly to Scorpio, Justin isn’t one to mince words by keeping it real. — Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 4 Aug. 2026 When garlic is minced, add the basil with the motor running; mince the basil. — Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 13 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for mince

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chop

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Pre-cut produce has quietly become a grocery store staple, saving time for busy families and making fresh food easier to manage for anyone who finds chopping a chore.

— Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Nov. 2026
Stir in 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped (this will give it a head start to take off the raw edge), then add bacon, zest and juice of 1 large lemon, 3 sprigs sage, and 2 Tbsp.

— Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of chop

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