wooden spoon
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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Wales have not won a Six Nations match since 2023, when they narrowly avoided the wooden spoon thanks to a 29-17 victory away to an error-strewn Italy.
From Barron's • Jan. 26, 2026
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and pork sausage together, breaking them up with a wooden spoon.
From Salon • Apr. 7, 2025
It's not the finale Welsh fans would have wanted - there's no Grand Slam or championship up for grabs, just the dreaded wooden spoon.
From BBC • Mar. 15, 2024
Add all chocolate chips and pecans, if desired, with a wooden spoon.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 20, 2023
Sara is banging her wooden spoon against the sides of the pot so hard, some lentils pop out.
From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan
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