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char

[chahr] / tʃɑr /
VERB
scorch, sear
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Under the bill, however, insurers would be required to cover testing for lead, asbestos and other contaminants that have been found in soot, char and ash inside homes after a wildfire.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026

Most known for its char kway teow, a wok-fried noodle dish with egg, shrimp, Chinese sausage and a hint of spice, head to Left-handed Char Koay Teow or Goggles Man Char Kuey Teow.

From Salon • Nov. 15, 2025

First Graphene says it works by forming a protective gas barrier, preventing the release of volatile compounds prior to ignition, and also a char layer should ignition occur.

From BBC • Nov. 6, 2025

The smokiness, the char... it just makes everything taste better.

From Salon • Apr. 29, 2025

Next day at dawn, Akhilleus, we picked your pale bones from the char to keep in wine and oil.

From "The Odyssey" by Homer




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