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dish

[dish] / dɪʃ /


NOUN
main part of meal
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It’s an easy comfort meal for when I’m missing home and craving a dish that feels like a warm hug, whether it’s raining outside or not.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

The British Indian Army, when stationed in Cairo during World War II, is also said to have introduced khichuri to Egypt, ultimately creating the country’s national dish koshari, made with rice, lentils and macaroni.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

Another problem for American chefs is that diners often assume they can re-create a labor-intensive, high-quality chicken dish at home, says Alex Eaton, culinary director of restaurant La Cave in Charleston, S.C.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Even BBC Radio 1 host Greg James - who Swift invited personally while promoting her latest album - won't dish any details.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

A long, deep dish held fried fish that had been cooked in what appeared to be onions and...other things Anya had never seen before.

From Anya and the Nightingale by Sofiya Pasternack




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