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turnip

[tur-nip] / ˈtɜr nɪp /


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The winner takes home a turnip impaled on a rusty six inch nail in a block of wood as a trophy and a blue plaque.

From BBC • Dec. 2, 2025

We make a salad out of turnip sprouts.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2023

I'm partial to celeriac, rutabaga, turnip, radish and the like.

From Salon • May 14, 2023

Mom’s Kitchen, located in the once-safe neighborhood where Norris grew up, is a casual place serving baked chicken, turnip greens and candied sweet potatoes.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 26, 2023

As commanded, I purchased two packets of straight pins, a piece of lace, and a basket of turnip greens.

From "Chains" by Laurie Halse Anderson




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