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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 Kelly doesn’t mince words about the odds. — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 28 May 2026 Even Johnson wasn’t exactly mincing words that this process begins with Malhotra. — Thomas Drance, New York Times, 21 May 2026 Rod Stewart is not mincing words about the president, especially in the company of British royalty. — Chris Willman, Variety, 12 May 2026 In a bowl, combine softened butter with grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, Italian seasoning, celery salt, and garlic paste (made by smashing garlic cloves with salt, then mincing it and mashing it with the side of your knife). — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for mince

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chop

Verb

Finely chop the remaining half pepper and add to the bowl, along with the onions.

— Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 7 July 2026
This August, when the Pirates come to Dodger Stadium, Brockert worked out a deal to partner with a 120-year-old Pittsburgh institution, Isaly’s, to serve a hot dog topped with its signature chopped deli ham slathered in barbecue sauce.

— Danny Palumbo, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026

Definition of chop

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