baker's dozen

noun

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Now there are more than a baker's dozen of streamers, network TV is shrinking with increasing speed and prices are rising while simultaneously streamers cut back on their offerings. Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 23 July 2025 Her album's baker's dozen of anthemic tracks reflects that influence. Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025 McDonald's warm chocolate chip cookies aren't new, but the fast food chain is serving them by the baker's dozen in a now-viral cookie tote. Alex Perry, Cincinnati Enquirer, 10 May 2025 On June 13, guests can get a baker's dozen for the price of 12 or opt for a free glazed doughnut with any purchase. Kate Nalepinski, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for baker's dozen

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First Known Use

1596, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of baker's dozen was in 1596

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“Baker's dozen.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/baker%27s%20dozen. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.

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