scoop
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Barton-on-Sea in Hampshire was named Britain's cheapest seaside destination for ice cream, with a single scoop costing an average of £1.95.
From BBC • May 23, 2026
For a family of four, that comes to £7.80 for one scoop each - roughly half the equivalent cost in Porthmadog.
From BBC • May 23, 2026
Simmer uncovered for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until rich, smoky and thick enough to scoop with chips.
From Salon • May 19, 2026
He even tried to get hired at a public-relations firm that worked on mergers after he left his last law-firm role, hoping to scoop up more tips there, prosecutors said.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026
With my heart hammering wildly in my chest, I scoop up the other Edith’s box and scrabble down the ladder.
From "I Can Make This Promise" by Christine Day
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