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as in interrogated
to put a series of questions to
police grilled the suspect, but had to release him when it became clear he didn't have the information they were looking for
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as in asked
to put a question or questions to
grilled the children about her ex-husband's new girlfriend
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Recent Examples of grilled
Lauren Collins,
New Yorker,
3 July 2026
This seasonal staple can be grilled in several ways, each creating a different flavor and texture.
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Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
2 July 2026
Continue reading … CIRCLE OF TRUST — Clinton confidant who called Maxwell his 'lover' grilled by Congress over Epstein ties.
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FOXNews.com,
30 June 2026
The menu highlights a $3 fish taco, which is served either fried or grilled, with pico de gallo, cabbage and various salsas on the side.
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Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 June 2026
Others grilled Stonepeak, bashing the firm for its ownership of a company that carries out long-haul deportation flights for the federal government.
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Jake Sheridan,
Chicago Tribune,
25 June 2026
Order the mozzarella grilled on lemon leaves.
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Laura Itzkowitz,
Travel + Leisure,
25 June 2026
Mojo is built on a combination of garlic and citrus, creating a bright, punchy sauce and marinade that infuses and flavors grilled meats, seafood and vegetables.
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Lynda Balslev,
Mercury News,
23 June 2026
Italian chef Simone Zanoni took over the kitchen there on June 12, building a menu around pasta, shareable starters, and grilled meat and fish.
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Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
19 June 2026
Verb
When Brown asked to see the cache of papers, the librarian grilled her about her motives.
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Lauren Collins,
New Yorker,
3 July 2026
This seasonal staple can be grilled in several ways, each creating a different flavor and texture.
—
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
2 July 2026
Continue reading … CIRCLE OF TRUST — Clinton confidant who called Maxwell his 'lover' grilled by Congress over Epstein ties.
—
FOXNews.com,
30 June 2026
The menu highlights a $3 fish taco, which is served either fried or grilled, with pico de gallo, cabbage and various salsas on the side.
—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 June 2026
Others grilled Stonepeak, bashing the firm for its ownership of a company that carries out long-haul deportation flights for the federal government.
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Jake Sheridan,
Chicago Tribune,
25 June 2026
Order the mozzarella grilled on lemon leaves.
—
Laura Itzkowitz,
Travel + Leisure,
25 June 2026
Mojo is built on a combination of garlic and citrus, creating a bright, punchy sauce and marinade that infuses and flavors grilled meats, seafood and vegetables.
—
Lynda Balslev,
Mercury News,
23 June 2026
Italian chef Simone Zanoni took over the kitchen there on June 12, building a menu around pasta, shareable starters, and grilled meat and fish.
—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
19 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for grilled
Adjective
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Locals wax poetic over the fried shrimp at Domilise’s, a venerable dive open since 1918, and Parkway Bakery and Tavern, a Mid-City institution that offers an excellent slow-roasted beef version with a slathering of gravy.
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LaSyl Natural Cooking Oil Solidifier While fried foods are one of the world’s finest creations, making them at home is really a chore.
Verb
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Information still needs to be interrogated, narratives stress-tested and probabilities translated into exposure limits.
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While Europeans at Ellis Island did face medical inspections and some were even detained, Asians and Pacific Islanders at Angel Island were especially not welcomed; because of anti-Chinese exclusion laws, they instead were inspected, interrogated and detained in prison-like conditions.
Verb
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When King asked if the unnamed celebrity was the one, Brown didn't hesitate.
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Anyone with more is asked to contact LASD's Homicide Bureau investigators at 323-890-5500.
Adjective
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There are seven roasted, charred and crushed chiles in the orange salsa.
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Choceur Dark Chocolate with Almonds Bar Choceur Dark Chocolate with Almonds Bar pairs rich dark chocolate with crunchy roasted almonds for a simple yet satisfying sweet treat.
Verb
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The Legislative Analyst’s Office, the nonpartisan fiscal advisor for lawmakers, recently examined the increase in state spending since 2019-20, Newsom’s first full year in office.
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The study examined how concentrated each category is by measuring the share of top 10 mentions held by the top 3 brands.
Verb
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Daniel also quizzed Saulter on his personal relationship with Garcia’s family, but the exchange was disregarded after an objection from prosecutors.
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During what must have been a slow news day Monday, the sports writers at USA Today quizzed Microsoft’s Copilot on the day’s World Cup matches.
Adjective
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As the high heat starts rendering fats and oils from broiled meats, the juices are channeled away and fall into a drip tray through a series of holes.
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The combination of broiled eggplant, miso glaze and bubu abare (crispy rice crackers) rivals everything else on the menu.
Verb
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Asked about the impact of successor Mojtaba Khamenei’s absence, Kamrava questioned the official explanation of security concerns, especially given the public appearance of other senior figures, and pointed to previous reports of his injury.
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His behavior under stress is dangerous to his officers and crew, and his authority is questioned.
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