knives
Americannoun
noun
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Prepper’s, a store selling everything from emergency food rations to bush knives.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 2, 2026
Then we opened the cupboards: good knives, cookware in every shape and size, multiple colanders, and a generously stocked spice cabinet guests were welcome to use.
From Salon ● Oct. 28, 2026
“I switch out my pans, and I’m careful with knives and cutting boards to avoid cross contamination,” said Charlie Granquist, chef at Slough Farm.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 4, 2026
Just remember, the bigger the knives you are juggling, the more likely you are to hurt yourself.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 29, 2026
I heard laughter, the slosh of wine being poured from a bottle, the tinkle of butter knives tapping porcelain.
From "Educated" by Tara Westover
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