baker's dozen
Example Sentences
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A charity that breeds and trains guide dogs has welcomed its largest litter for three years - 13 puppies affectionately known as "the Baker's Dozen".
From BBC
The cost of breeding, raising and training each guide dog can go up to £77,000, according to the charity, meaning the Baker's Dozen could cost just over £1m.
From BBC
Bagel shops are an easy first stop: most offer catering trays or baker’s dozen boxes.
From Salon
I mentioned that baker’s dozen streak of failing to finish above .500 in conference.
From Seattle Times
There’s much to recommend from the remaining baker’s dozen of shortlisted international features, and voters could go any number of ways in winnowing the list down to five nominees.
From Los Angeles Times
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