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canning

[kan-ing] / ˈkæn ɪŋ /


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Although these parasites had been killed during the canning process and would not harm consumers, they hold valuable scientific information.

From Science Daily • Apr. 1, 2026

Chicken of the Sea International is studying whether the ruling could help revive production at a Georgia canning plant that relies on imported tuna.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 22, 2026

Guinness 0.0 products are canned in the Belfast factory while the Runcorn facility carries out the kegging, bottling and canning of Guinness Draught products.

From BBC • Dec. 12, 2025

Like many canners, Dash relies on canning to make ends meet, but it is not his only income.

From Slate • Nov. 27, 2024

“There are thirty-seven varieties of hydrangea, not lilac—and I plan to use the jars for canning fruits and vegetables.”

From "Moon Over Manifest" by Clare Vanderpool




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