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vanilla

[vuh-nil-uh, -nel-uh] / vəˈnɪl ə, -ˈnɛl ə /


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Edmond Albius devised the hand-pollination technique that made vanilla cultivation commercially viable; he died in poverty after emancipation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

The Hartford fund also benefits from diversification, with exposure that goes beyond plain vanilla U.S.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

Even the vanilla scent near the sweet shop had faded.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

For reference, a 2-ounce bottle of Great Value vanilla is about $6; this stuff comes in at $10.99 for two ounces.

From Salon • Mar. 5, 2026

That evening we celebrated with extra helpings of ravioli and vanilla ice cream.

From "Breaking Through" by Francisco Jiménez




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