plate

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Right before the Reserve Bank of India stepped up to the plate to announce its decision on Wednesday, it seemed that the situation had taken a tentative turn for the better.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Remove to a plate, leaving drippings in the pan.

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026

Chad Fairchild, who had been working as the first-base umpire, took over behind the plate.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

“It allowed me to have more fun while playing the game. I didn’t feel pressure at the plate playing JV baseball.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

The mom sees me staring and smiles, her quill earrings so long they almost dangle onto the plate.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith