mincemeat

noun

ˈmin(t)s-ˌmēt How to pronounce mincemeat (audio)
Definition of mincemeatnext
as in destruction
the state or fact of being rendered nonexistent, physically unsound, or useless the artillery quickly made mincemeat of the enemy's fortifications

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Recent Examples of mincemeat This is the first in a series and includes some of Penelope’s recipes, such as mincemeat pie. — Mary Ann Grossmann, Twin Cities, 25 Jan. 2026 The coldest months are peak season for winter beers, a slightly amorphous category defined by production date, alcohol content and spice flavors that can resemble a mincemeat pie. — John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 24 Dec. 2025 Anyone could make mincemeat of these performances. — Zachary Fine, New Yorker, 7 Nov. 2025 The lineup shifts with the seasons (think pecan in the fall, mincemeat at Christmas, and cherry in summer), but a few icons never leave the case. — Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 19 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for mincemeat
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mincemeat
  1. destruction
  2. devastation
  3. havoc
  4. demolition
  5. extinction
  6. loss
Noun
  • The deadly wall of water that descended from the mountains on the border between Nepal and Tibet caused destruction at least 62 miles downriver from the border in Nepal, an ABC News analysis of verified video and satellite images shows.
    — Jon Haworth, ABC News, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Trump has also promoted the destruction of Iran's nuclear facilities and navy, and the reduction in missile and drone capabilities, as measures of success.
    — Bart Jansen, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of destruction
Noun
  • The story is set in 1940 amid the bombings and devastation of World War II in Europe.
    — Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 23 Aug. 2026
  • Long-term survivors embody both the devastation of the early epidemic and the gains made possible by decades of scientific, clinical, and community effort.
    — Jeff Berry, STAT, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of devastation
Noun
  • His worldview has brought nothing but havoc to Americans, whereas Parton provided a guidebook for a national redemption.
    — Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026
  • After a stop in the NFL, former Mississippi tight end Dae’Quan Wright could be heading to LSU thanks to a court order that is creating havoc throughout college sports by allowing Wright and others an unexpected fifth year of eligibility.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of havoc
Noun
  • Barlow credits that at least partially to the demolition of the Timothy Cheney House, a landmark mansion on East Center Street since the early 1700s.
    — Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Miami Beach today may be filled with newcomers, cranes and construction, deals and demolitions.
    — Vinod Sreeharsha, Miami Herald, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of demolition
Noun
  • In 2023, Gates, along with Suleyman, Hassabis, and hundreds of other tech and policy leaders, signed a statement saying the risk of extinction from AI should be treated as a global priority alongside pandemics and nuclear war.
    — Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Free mall parking is the latest complimentary perk on the verge of extinction.
    — Jessica Guynn, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of extinction
Noun
  • Mayer’s three professional defeats have now all come in England, following split-decision losses to Alycia Baumgardner in London in 2022 and Natasha Jonas in Liverpool in 2024.
    — Amelie Claydon, New York Times, 30 Aug. 2026
  • After missing the playoffs in 2025, Martin started off on a great note, handing a solid Mansfield program a 38-35 loss.
    — Charles Baggarly August 29, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of loss

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“Mincemeat.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mincemeat. Accessed 30 Aug. 2026.

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