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swordfish
noun
sword·fish
ˈsȯrd-ˌfish 
: a very large scombroid fish (Xiphias gladius of the family Xiphiidae) that has a long swordlike beak formed by the bones of the upper jaw and is an important food and game fish
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But Struble also cautioned consumers to be mindful of mercury levels in some wild fish, including bigeye tuna and swordfish.
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Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 26 May 2026
The medieval hilltop town has plentiful accommodation options, along with charming seafood spots and wine bars serving local swordfish and crisp Sardinian whites.
—Anne Olivia Bauso, Travel + Leisure, 21 May 2026
From rich, meaty cuts like swordfish and salmon to more delicate fillets like snapper and flounder, fish thrives over high heat—developing a smoky char while staying tender and flaky inside.
—Phoebe Fry, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 May 2026
Wilson’s menu will include dishes like Shima aji (which is glazed from its own bones); crepe brulee with high-plains cheddar, smoked fig caramel, and Tennessee black truffle; and a swordfish belly with za’tar spice and calamansi.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 16 Mar. 2026
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Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 26 May 2026
The medieval hilltop town has plentiful accommodation options, along with charming seafood spots and wine bars serving local swordfish and crisp Sardinian whites.
—Anne Olivia Bauso, Travel + Leisure, 21 May 2026
From rich, meaty cuts like swordfish and salmon to more delicate fillets like snapper and flounder, fish thrives over high heat—developing a smoky char while staying tender and flaky inside.
—Phoebe Fry, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 May 2026
Wilson’s menu will include dishes like Shima aji (which is glazed from its own bones); crepe brulee with high-plains cheddar, smoked fig caramel, and Tennessee black truffle; and a swordfish belly with za’tar spice and calamansi.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 16 Mar. 2026
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“Swordfish.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/swordfish. Accessed 28 May. 2026.
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swordfish
noun
sword·fish
-ˌfish
: a very large ocean fish that has a long swordlike beak formed by the bones of the upper jaw and is an important food and game fish
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