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littleneck

[lit-l-nek] / ˈlɪt lˌnɛk /
NOUN
clam
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Over the years sand should filter through its holes and extend the shallow, gently sloping habitat favorable to native littleneck clams.

From Seattle Times ● Jun. 8, 2023

Many different clams can be harvested, such as the Manila, butter and littleneck clams.

From Seattle Times ● Apr. 25, 2023

About 1 hour before you plan to cook, purge the littleneck clams of sand and grit: Fill a large bowl with cold water and add enough salt to it so it tastes like the sea.

From Washington Post ● Feb. 2, 2022

The executive chef Joe Smith’s American menu serves littleneck clam chowder, duck confit spring rolls, pan-seared striped bass and stuffed fluke, and features local ingredients.

From New York Times ● Jun. 1, 2021

Bake it, steam it, grill it, or stuff it into littleneck clams, I just need something familiar that I can hold on to.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris


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