butter
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While Coinbase has diversified its business over the last five years, crypto trading remains its bread and butter, which is a problem when prices are low.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
In Britain, which has seen four prime ministers in as many years, the familiar taste of anchovies blended with butter and peppers helps take the edge off.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
Granted, the Emmys have made repetitiveness its bread and butter for decades now.
From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026
Drizzle the melted butter over the top, then sprinkle generously with Turbinado sugar and a pinch of flaky salt.
From Salon • May 25, 2026
She opened her own lunch box and took out some peanut butter crackers.
From "Pony Problems: Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew, #3" by Carolyn Keene
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