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olive

[ol-iv] / ˈɒl ɪv /




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Matijevich suggests starting with an olive oil base when storing garlic, whether it’s peeled cloves, chopped, or minced.

From Salon • Apr. 19, 2026

The findings showed clear differences depending on the type of olive oil consumed.

From Science Daily • Apr. 18, 2026

Dressed in olive green fatigues, Raúl Castro stood next to Díaz-Canel and a line of aged Cuban officials.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

On Monday she said: "I cannot discuss the terms of the settlement, but generally I am glad that my employer has finally decided to extend an olive branch to me."

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

And although they did not say they were happy to see us again, they gave us a bottle cap filled with olive oil.

From "Tasting the Sky" by Ibtisam Barakat




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