pickle

Example Sentences

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The Federal Reserve, which held rates steady following the conclusion of its Federal Open Market Committee meeting on Wednesday, is in a pickle, too.

From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026

The erstwhile interim U.S. attorney, then, is in a pickle of his own making.

From Slate • Mar. 11, 2026

The martini comes flavored with pikliz, the ubiquitous spicy Haitian pickle condiment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 30, 2026

Alcaraz had treatment to both thighs and was also drinking pickle juice, but his movement improved as the match went on.

From BBC • Jan. 30, 2026

It was still alive, in a big empty pickle jar.

From Absolutely Almost by Lisa Graff