bean
Example Sentences
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Ricin, a highly toxic chemical, is a poison found naturally in castor beans.
From BBC
The AHA report notes research that shows that diets higher in beans, peas and lentils—and lower in red and processed meat—are associated with a lower risk of heart disease.
“The pashofa’s not really veggie friendly, but that black bean burger is good, and I brought you some frybread to try on the side.”
From Literature
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But when it came time to order beans early last year, he got a shock: The unroasted green coffee Reverie buys had jumped to $4.30 a pound from $2.41 just a few months before.
Out of nowhere, Ric appeared, said hello to everyone and, as if nothing untoward had happened, sat down and ate his eggs and beans.
From BBC
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