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as in interrogates
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 asks
to put a question or questions to
grilled the children about her ex-husband's new girlfriend
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as in restaurants
a public establishment where meals are served to paying customers for consumption on the premises
headed down to the local bar and grill for a beer and a burger
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Recent Examples of grills
Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 11 Mar. 2026
During my sailing, the chefs did open-air barbecues on two nights, working with Big Green Egg grills on the top deck, grilling fresh Atlantic prawns and tender steaks, and also cracking open fresh oysters.
—Janice Wald Henderson, Travel + Leisure, 7 Feb. 2026
Gas grills This Weber Spirit E-325 propane gas grill features a powerful Sear Zone with Boost Burners, Snap-Jet Ignition, precise temperature control, fold-down side tables and compatibility with Weber Works accessories for a customizable grilling setup.
—ABC News, 4 Feb. 2026
Do not use generators or grills inside.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 30 Jan. 2026
Use space heaters safely, and never operate generators or grills indoors.
—Mary Wasson, Austin American Statesman, 26 Jan. 2026
Do not use generators or grills inside.
—Brandi D. Addison, Florida Times-Union, 15 Jan. 2026
Yoo Man-su (Lee Byung-hun) happily grills eels for his family on a lovely summer day.
—Kayti Burt, Time, 18 Dec. 2025
This Chapman Highway landmark, a staple for almost 50 years in Knoxville, grills a good steak.
—Liz Schubauer, Nashville Tennessean, 12 Dec. 2025
Amanda Greenwood, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2026
Use grills or smokers only on gravel or paved surfaces.
—Brandi D. Addison, Des Moines Register, 26 Mar. 2026
Asadero Norte De Sonora is an institution for affordable Mexican mixed grills in Phoenix.
—Eddie Fontanez, AZCentral.com, 24 Mar. 2026
Use grills or smokers only on gravel or paved surfaces.
—Brandi D. Addison, Oklahoman, 22 Mar. 2026
The park is dog-friendly and features picnic tables, grills, a playground, a self-service dog wash station, and a beach volleyball court.
—Tiana Molony, Travel + Leisure, 16 Mar. 2026
SLFs typically lay the eggs on surfaces such as trees but will also leave behind egg masses on bricks, stones, fences, grills, and vehicles.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026
Store food, garbage, barbecue grills, and other food items known to attract bears in cars or bear-proof food storage boxes.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 11 Mar. 2026
The Habana pieces include bold ear cuffs, mesh gloves, fang-like grills, and a chainmail skirt.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 7 Mar. 2026
Verb
Store grills inside a garage or shed.
—Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 11 Mar. 2026
During my sailing, the chefs did open-air barbecues on two nights, working with Big Green Egg grills on the top deck, grilling fresh Atlantic prawns and tender steaks, and also cracking open fresh oysters.
—Janice Wald Henderson, Travel + Leisure, 7 Feb. 2026
Gas grills This Weber Spirit E-325 propane gas grill features a powerful Sear Zone with Boost Burners, Snap-Jet Ignition, precise temperature control, fold-down side tables and compatibility with Weber Works accessories for a customizable grilling setup.
—ABC News, 4 Feb. 2026
Do not use generators or grills inside.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 30 Jan. 2026
Use space heaters safely, and never operate generators or grills indoors.
—Mary Wasson, Austin American Statesman, 26 Jan. 2026
Do not use generators or grills inside.
—Brandi D. Addison, Florida Times-Union, 15 Jan. 2026
Yoo Man-su (Lee Byung-hun) happily grills eels for his family on a lovely summer day.
—Kayti Burt, Time, 18 Dec. 2025
This Chapman Highway landmark, a staple for almost 50 years in Knoxville, grills a good steak.
—Liz Schubauer, Nashville Tennessean, 12 Dec. 2025
Noun
The recalls affect a wide range of everyday items commonly found in homes, from infant sleep products and adult bed rails to toys, power strips, grills, and outdoor equipment.
—Amanda Greenwood, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2026
Use grills or smokers only on gravel or paved surfaces.
—Brandi D. Addison, Des Moines Register, 26 Mar. 2026
Asadero Norte De Sonora is an institution for affordable Mexican mixed grills in Phoenix.
—Eddie Fontanez, AZCentral.com, 24 Mar. 2026
Use grills or smokers only on gravel or paved surfaces.
—Brandi D. Addison, Oklahoman, 22 Mar. 2026
The park is dog-friendly and features picnic tables, grills, a playground, a self-service dog wash station, and a beach volleyball court.
—Tiana Molony, Travel + Leisure, 16 Mar. 2026
SLFs typically lay the eggs on surfaces such as trees but will also leave behind egg masses on bricks, stones, fences, grills, and vehicles.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026
Store food, garbage, barbecue grills, and other food items known to attract bears in cars or bear-proof food storage boxes.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 11 Mar. 2026
The Habana pieces include bold ear cuffs, mesh gloves, fang-like grills, and a chainmail skirt.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 7 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for grills
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June interrogates him about Frankenstein and mentions the creature being forced to do another’s bidding.—
Alice Burton,
Vulture,
30 Mar. 2026
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Longtime Univision news anchor Jorge Ramos and his daughter Paola Ramos — a journalist whose latest book interrogates the rise of the Latino far right — are moderating the conversation at Miami’s Adrienne Arsht Center.—
Claire Heddles,
Miami Herald,
12 Mar. 2026
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At the beginning of the story, Bruce asks Louise to rate her pain from one to ten—something that medical professionals are trained to do.—
Nina Mesfin,
New Yorker,
5 Apr. 2026
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With his approval rating slipping and scrutiny mounting over how his office communicates with Marylanders, this week’s reader poll asks whether voters still trust the governor to level with the public.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
4 Apr. 2026
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Major renovations were completed in 2025, which saw the lobby and majority of the rooms upgraded, plus the addition of new restaurants including high-end Indian eatery Mahika.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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April 25 features 90 musical performances inside restaurants, bars, and coffee houses along a two-mile stretch of Adams Avenue from University Heights on the West through Normal Heights, and into parts of Kensington.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 Mar. 2026
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But when new hire Pumpkin (Lola Tung) questions their sisterhood, they’re forced to confront inner darkness or meet violent ends.—
Carly Thomas,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Mar. 2026
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Family questions police response Sye's other sister told CBS New Baltimore that the officers were too aggressive in their response.—
Adam Thompson,
CBS News,
24 Mar. 2026
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The Fort Worth dining scene in March celebrated a handful of new restaurant openings, hosted multiple celebrity diners and discovered a few new digs on the docket.—
Ella Gonzales
April 1,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 Apr. 2026
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Today, diners from Fleur Drive to Fourth Street can relive the ritual — often open‑faced, usually with fries, always with attitude.—
Susan Stapleton,
Des Moines Register,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Their study examines the benefits and drawbacks of social and digital media use across the lifespan.—
Crista Marchesseault,
Hartford Courant,
4 Apr. 2026
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The musical, which examines in jumbled chronology the five-year relationship between novelist Jamie and actress Cathy, debuted in Chicago in 2001 and opened off Broadway the following year.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
4 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The two-stroke engine pumps about 90-110 decibels, 30 decibels above safe levels.—
Chris Hildreth,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 Mar. 2026
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During warmups, Celebrini pumps his fist in victory after playing rock-paper-scissors with kids along the glass.—
Dan Robson,
New York Times,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Grills.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grills. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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