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dough

[doh] / doʊ /


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Typically, it’s best to hold onto a property for five years to at least get your money back or earn some dough through appreciation.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

The risk, of course, was spending all that dough only to see the visiting team prevail.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Replacing some or all of the water in bread dough with pickle brine adds subtle acidity and depth—something savory and almost malty in the background.

From Salon • May 28, 2026

Looking a bit unsure of herself, the Princess of Wales kneaded the dough, applied a filling and cut out the pasta shapes as Ivan Lampredi, a chef, assisted her.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

“Look at that, Charlie,” I say, pointing to the girl twisting dough into the shape of a pretzel.

From "Isaiah Dunn Is My Hero" by Kelly J. Baptist




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