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barbecue

[bahr-bi-kyoo] / ˈbɑr bɪˌkju /
NOUN
meal cooked on grill
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VERB
cook outside, usually on a grill
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They include novices straight out of education, laid-off construction workers and barbecue business owners seeking new inspiration.

From Barron's • Jul. 2, 2026

Hamburgers were once a staple of the July 4 barbecue.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 30, 2026

He promised to boost the city’s nightlife with new bars, cafes and music lounges—efforts that paid off when Zibo became the center of a barbecue craze in 2023 that drew tourists from across China.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 28, 2026

Kansas City has a legendary tailgating culture which is regarded as one of the best in the country and includes some of the country's best barbecue.

From BBC • Jun. 25, 2026

Ellen sits there against the wall, still rubbing her barbecue stain in circles.

From "Dumplin'" by Julie Murphy




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