jerky
Example Sentences
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But certain items that currently meet the requirements, such as beef jerky for protein or butter for dairy, no longer will.
From Salon • May 22, 2026
“Intruders have set fires, burning holes in the floors and scorching wood wainscoting and pews. Empty beef jerky bags, discarded underwear and clumps of plaster litter the worn burgundy carpeting.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
Dried mango that tears like jerky between your teeth.
From Salon • Mar. 9, 2026
The Epstein files also feature pizza—and plenty of beef jerky.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 7, 2026
With a jerky motion he moves a hand to his stomach; his fingertips graze mine.
From "Internment" by Samira Ahmed
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