pinto

Example Sentences

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As a child in Northern California, he grew up eating tostadas with refried pinto beans.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 10, 2026

Steven Ness, who grows pinto beans and pumpkins in central New Mexico, said the rising cost of irrigation as groundwater dwindles is an issue across the board for farmers in the region.

From Washington Times • Oct. 29, 2023

Riding her pinto horse, Beauty, bareback provided her a temporary sense of escape.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2023

More recently, scientists have been working to recover pinto abalone, colorful sea snails with a shell and one foot.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 15, 2023

“My mama sent pinto beans,” she announced, placing it on the table.

From "Stella by Starlight" by Sharon M. Draper