Etymology
Origin of applesauce
Example Sentences
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"More research is needed to confirm our findings and to investigate if other refined sugar alternatives, such as applesauce, honey, maple syrup or coconut sugar, may be effective alternatives."
From Science Daily ● Jul. 18, 2026
Laird & Co. survived by making applesauce and sweet cider.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 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
He will “chow down” on applesauce at preschool parties.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2025
She added the ham to the plate, slapped on a scoop of applesauce, and brought it over to him along with a white pitcher of maple syrup.
From "Pax" by Sara Pennypacker
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