Onions
Americannoun
noun
Example Sentences
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“She’d say, ‘Oh, here comes The Double With Onions coming across the street,’” Malik said of Thayer, who taught her how to squish patties.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026
TJ’s Chevre Goat Cheese won big in the 15th Annual Customer Choice Awards, stealing the spotlight from the previous winner, TJ’s Cheddar with Caramelized Onions.
From Salon • Jan. 28, 2026
Carse has worked with Onions at Durham and has Harmison as a mentor.
From BBC • Dec. 1, 2024
Onions are categorized according to the hours of daylight each variety requires to initiate bulb formation.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 31, 2024
Onions and oregano and garlic—Mom’s spaghetti sauce heating up on the stove.
From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen
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