teaspoon

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Recent Examples of teaspoon Add the remaining 1/4 teaspoon of salt and lightly beat, leaving some distinct streaks of white and yolk. 4: Add the broth and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium to maintain a gentle simmer. The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026 Add onion, 2 tablespoons broth, and remaining 2 teaspoons of garlic. Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 14 Apr. 2026 For instance, this classic almond cake uses just ¼ teaspoon of extract plus ground almonds to deliver layers of nutty flavor. Emily Saladino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 Apr. 2026 And here is a helpful tip — a teaspoon of honey enhances the flavors splendidly. Ed Silverman, STAT, 31 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for teaspoon
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tablespoon
Noun
  • Because 1 tablespoon contains about 90 calories, over-consuming tahini can contribute to excess calorie intake and unwanted weight gain.
    Daryl Austin, USA Today, 18 Apr. 2026
  • An easy way to treat this disease is to make a spray using 1 tablespoon of cornstarch, 1/2 a teaspoon of dish soap, and 1 gallon of water.
    Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 17 Apr. 2026

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“Teaspoon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/teaspoon. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.

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