Etymology
Origin of applesauce
Example Sentences
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Pork chops have a long-standing relationship with applesauce — something sweet on the side, a soft counterpoint to the richness.
From Salon ● Apr. 10, 2026
In the US in 2023, hundreds of children were poisoned by lead from imported cinnamon that made its way into applesauce.
From BBC ● Feb. 9, 2026
“It’s kind of like mushing up the education into your applesauce — mushing it up in the beer.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 9, 2025
There is applesauce, made with an apple peeler you crank by hand, simmering on the stove.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 4, 2025
I want toast, Abby thought, and some applesauce, and my chocolate cupcake.
From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret
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