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Recent Examples of well-done
Add an additional 2 to 3 minutes for well-done.
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Kate Williams, AJC.com, 1 Feb. 2026
But Marinaccio disagreed with Marler's opinion that steaks must be cooked well-done.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 21 Dec. 2025
Cooking time for rare is 1.5 minutes each side, 2.25 minutes each side for medium and 4-5 minutes each side for well-done.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2025
The hardware is beautiful, the button layout is well-done and ergonomic, despite the large size, and performance has been great.
—Brad Bourque, Wired News, 4 Aug. 2025
The battle scene is well-done and scored so perfectly, even The Thing would shed a tear.
—Stephanie Sengwe, People.com, 27 July 2025
Pro tip: Always ask for the hashbrowns well-done, or Scattered.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 13 July 2025
There is also a large, and well-done children’s garden.
—Janet B. Carson, Arkansas Online, 29 June 2025
Cena’s most recent SmackDown promo about his own peers who couldn’t let go of the wrestling business was poignant and well-done.
—Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 19 Apr. 2025
Kate Williams, AJC.com, 1 Feb. 2026
But Marinaccio disagreed with Marler's opinion that steaks must be cooked well-done.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 21 Dec. 2025
Cooking time for rare is 1.5 minutes each side, 2.25 minutes each side for medium and 4-5 minutes each side for well-done.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2025
The hardware is beautiful, the button layout is well-done and ergonomic, despite the large size, and performance has been great.
—Brad Bourque, Wired News, 4 Aug. 2025
The battle scene is well-done and scored so perfectly, even The Thing would shed a tear.
—Stephanie Sengwe, People.com, 27 July 2025
Pro tip: Always ask for the hashbrowns well-done, or Scattered.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 13 July 2025
There is also a large, and well-done children’s garden.
—Janet B. Carson, Arkansas Online, 29 June 2025
Cena’s most recent SmackDown promo about his own peers who couldn’t let go of the wrestling business was poignant and well-done.
—Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 19 Apr. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for well-done
Adjective
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The show has drawn praise for its meticulous re-creation of ‘90s New York — and also scorn from members of the Kennedy family and mixed reactions from others who knew the couple.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Mar. 2026
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Through meticulous reporting and exclusive access, Neyfakh and Canaan trace how the spicy subscription platform has surprisingly become an emotional marketplace.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
4 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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In fact, meals like chili, soup, and even fried chicken are even better the next time around.—
Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
25 Feb. 2026
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Waiting long to eat fried chicken is unfair to the dish.—
John Marks,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Alcantara received plenty of support from his lineup in the form of four home runs and six strong innings from the bullpen tossed in a 7-5 win at Miami’s loanDepot park as the Dominican Republic went a perfect 4-0 in pool play.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
12 Mar. 2026
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Shawkat, with her warm, amused eyes and her mop of curls, is a perfect carrier for Mae’s air of abjection, flopping around her bed like a horny, gloomy Raggedy Ann.—
Emily Nussbaum,
New Yorker,
12 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Ortega styled the Carmen Bag with a polished evening ensemble at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival.—
Kyra Surgent,
InStyle,
8 Mar. 2026
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When combined in a single shoe, the style strikes a nice balance that looks cool but polished.—
Alex Sales,
Glamour,
8 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Russell’s flawless but natural-looking glam convinced me that Ilia’s Skin Rewind Complexion Stick is the product my everyday makeup routine is missing.—
Kaelin Dodge,
InStyle,
9 Mar. 2026
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That’s when Little Marco spoke in flawless Spanish.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Their egg dishes are excellent, the burger is top-notch and the roasted chicken, which is cooked over an open fire in the kitchen, is superb.—
Lisa Boone,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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It can also be added to stews, roasted vegetables, and breads.—
Heather Jones,
Verywell Health,
11 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Instead of starkness, elements such as area rugs, throws and artwork help make a space feel finished and energized.—
Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
11 Mar. 2026
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The finished texture should be more of a liquid than a solid.—
Carla Lalli Music,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The episode included a medical evacuation, the discovery of an immunity idol, skillful fire-making and numerous plot twists.—
Sarah Moore,
Freep.com,
26 Feb. 2026
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Mercedes assures that its Ludwigsfelde employees have undergone extensive training on the processes to ensure the most skillful RV preparation.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Well-done.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/well-done. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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