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as in specks
a very small piece
just give me a grain of information about what to expect on the program
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as in temperaments
one's characteristic attitude or mood
cheating, even on my income taxes, goes against my grain
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Recent Examples of grains
Small changes, like adding more fruits, vegetables and whole grains to your meals, can make a big difference.
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Cindy Chia, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Additionally, ensuring a good mix of fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean proteins supports brain and vascular health.
—Mill Etienne, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Professional operations can flash-freeze and individually quick freeze (IQF) at peak quality for many of the foods on this list, such as grains and produce, and the quality is quite good.
—Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 10 Dec. 2024
But unlike many of its counterparts, it’s crafted from non-GMO grains, holds a fairly high rye content (30%, to be exact), and is bottled absent of any chill filtration.
—Brad Japhe, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
Crown Royal, which is owned by drinks giant Diageo, is produced at a large distillery in Gimli, Manitoba (and a smaller one in Quebec), where five different styles of whisky are made from grains like corn, rye, and barley on pot and column stills.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 8 Dec. 2024
According to the Whole Grains Council, whole intact grains usually have a shelf life of around six months when properly stored.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 8 Dec. 2024
Oats are gluten-free but are often processed alongside other grains that contain gluten.
—Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 7 Dec. 2024
In fact, these two grains will likely spike at some point as supply diminishes and demand remains steady.
—Brett Owens, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
Cindy Chia, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Additionally, ensuring a good mix of fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean proteins supports brain and vascular health.
—Mill Etienne, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Professional operations can flash-freeze and individually quick freeze (IQF) at peak quality for many of the foods on this list, such as grains and produce, and the quality is quite good.
—Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 10 Dec. 2024
But unlike many of its counterparts, it’s crafted from non-GMO grains, holds a fairly high rye content (30%, to be exact), and is bottled absent of any chill filtration.
—Brad Japhe, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
Crown Royal, which is owned by drinks giant Diageo, is produced at a large distillery in Gimli, Manitoba (and a smaller one in Quebec), where five different styles of whisky are made from grains like corn, rye, and barley on pot and column stills.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 8 Dec. 2024
According to the Whole Grains Council, whole intact grains usually have a shelf life of around six months when properly stored.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 8 Dec. 2024
Oats are gluten-free but are often processed alongside other grains that contain gluten.
—Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 7 Dec. 2024
In fact, these two grains will likely spike at some point as supply diminishes and demand remains steady.
—Brett Owens, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for grains
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This suggests that there may be unknown forces or particles at play, which could be influencing the universe’s expansion.Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
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To remove dirt or mud stains from carpet, let the area dry completely first, then vacuum to remove any loose particles.Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2024
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The study also probed specific attitudes and portrayals of Orthodox Jews.William Earl, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
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This debate will change if—and only if public attitudes change.Zak Doffman, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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However, omega-6s can also be converted into molecules such as prostaglandins that signal the initiation of inflammation — not a bad thing when your body is trying to quickly repel an invader or tumor, but devasting if left smoldering for long periods without resolution.Sandee LaMotte, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
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These molecules stimulate hair and skin growth, regulate metabolism, boost bone health, and in some cases may even be anti-inflammatory.Sandee LaMotte, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
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The story of the early Universe, from the Big Bang until neutral atoms would stably exist, is the story of a series of steps down an energy staircase.Big Think, Big Think, 10 Dec. 2024
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Inside a regular battery, lithium forces atoms of the electrode material to expand and contract, leading to microscopic cracking.Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
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Bake in preheated oven until until wooden pick inserted in center comes out with some moist crumbs attached, about 35 minutes.Tricia Manzanero Stuedeman, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2024
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The robot vacuum and mop seamlessly moves from room to room, hoovering dirt, dust and crumbs along the way.Catherine Garcia, theweek, 3 Dec. 2024
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“Grains.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grains. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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