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[spel-ing] / ˈspɛl ɪŋ /
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Which is precisely why shakshuka — or shakshouka, depending on who’s spelling it — remains one of my favorite “clean out the fridge without feeling deprived” dinners.

From Salon • May 12, 2026

A mural spelling Altadena is becoming a local landmark on the wall of a small apparel shop called Sidecca.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

Tehran was reported to have passed "written messages" to Washington via Pakistan spelling out its red lines in peace talks, including on its nuclear programme and the future of the crucial waterway.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

The New York Times analysis relies heavily on textual analysis of old emails and posts, and in particular incorrect hyphen usage and British spelling.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

Leila’s spirit repeated her request for help, spelling out, “try to.”

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock



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