teaspoon

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Recent Examples of teaspoon Coconut itself has been known to be full of nutrients, so naturally, some people swear that taking a teaspoon of coconut oil in the morning on an empty stomach can have profound effects on energy and more. — Veronica Cristino, Vogue, 5 Oct. 2026 Create a mild cleaning solution in a spray bottle by mixing equal parts white vinegar and warm water, then add a teaspoon of dish soap. — Kamron Sanders, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Sep. 2026 Add cheese, two eggs, ⅓ cup breadcrumbs, and ¾ teaspoon nutmeg. — Cate Huguelet, Chicago Tribune, 23 Sep. 2026 Add the fish, then drizzle each fillet with about 1 teaspoon of the reserved oil from the skillet. — Kate Williams, AJC.com, 21 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for teaspoon
Recent Examples of Synonyms for teaspoon
tablespoon
Noun
  • Just a tablespoon a day delivers powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits supporting heart health, brain function, and longevity.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 17 Oct. 2026
  • Lay the cheese evenly over the squash, sprinkle with the breadcrumb mixture, and drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil.
    — Carole Kotkin, Miami Herald, 15 Oct. 2026

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“Teaspoon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/teaspoon. Accessed 19 Oct. 2026.

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