tablespoon

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Recent Examples of tablespoon This means that 1 1/2 teaspoons measures out to a 1/2-tablespoon. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 7 Apr. 2026 Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a deep skillet or soup pot over medium heat. Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 7 Apr. 2026 It’s made by whisking egg yolk with a tablespoon or two of sugar until fluffy and then topping it with hot espresso. Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 6 Apr. 2026 Just two tablespoons of ranch dressing can pack about 130 additional calories and 13 grams (g) of fat.1 What’s more, these creamy dressings also contain a lot of sodium, sugar, and artificial ingredients, while offering very little nutritional value. Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 31 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for tablespoon
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teaspoon
Noun
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, Parmesan, parsley, pesto, egg, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt and black pepper to taste; mix to combine.
    Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 13 Apr. 2026
  • Add remaining 1 tablespoon garlic, 1 tablespoon chipotle chiles, and 1 teaspoon chili powder; cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
    Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 12 Apr. 2026

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“Tablespoon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tablespoon. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.

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