chili dog
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of chili dog
An Americanism dating back to 1970–75
Example Sentences
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Take an extended bit about Frank’s body camera catching him eating five chili dogs in one day.
From Salon
Then to spotless Westlake Park for a chili dog from Dog in the Park.
From Seattle Times
“Now we have this humongous crowd, which is so awesome,” Maldonado said Thursday night, out from a snack bar behind the home–plate fence that offered chili dogs and nachos.
From Los Angeles Times
Should you try the chili dog, I’d suggest ordering the version with a streak of nacho cheese, which cuts the treacly meat sauce.
From Washington Post
“We had ham-and-cheese sandwiches on Wonder Bread. Or chili dogs made at home and wrapped in foil. And, of course, Lays.”
From Washington Post
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