teriyaki
noun
ter·i·ya·ki
ˌter-ē-ˈyä-kē 
: a Japanese dish of meat or fish that is grilled or broiled after being soaked in a seasoned soy sauce marinade
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Her marinade is based on a teriyaki sauce, sweet and salty, with garlic, ginger, green chile and cumin.
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The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 July 2025
Or for a little bit of everything, the bento box comes with half a California roll; two gyoza; tempura veggie; steamed rice, soup or salad; and a choice of teriyaki chicken, teriyaki beef, or teriyaki shrimp.
—Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
Umai Sushi Burrito already operates at 2032 E. Overland Road in Meridian, offering a menu of sushi burritos, poke bowls, noodle soups and teriyaki plates.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 2 June 2025
This teriyaki sauce delivers takeout-quality meat and veg at home.
—Sarah Felbin, SELF, 10 June 2025
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The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 July 2025
Or for a little bit of everything, the bento box comes with half a California roll; two gyoza; tempura veggie; steamed rice, soup or salad; and a choice of teriyaki chicken, teriyaki beef, or teriyaki shrimp.
—Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
Umai Sushi Burrito already operates at 2032 E. Overland Road in Meridian, offering a menu of sushi burritos, poke bowls, noodle soups and teriyaki plates.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 2 June 2025
This teriyaki sauce delivers takeout-quality meat and veg at home.
—Sarah Felbin, SELF, 10 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for teriyaki
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“Teriyaki.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/teriyaki. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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