Key lime
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of Key lime
After the Florida Keys
Example Sentences
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On her drive back, Starling plans to fill up the back of her car with coolers, and “I’ll get like three frozen Key lime pies to bring with me home.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 3, 2026
"Key lime pie is such an American thing," she said.
From Salon ● Jun. 19, 2025
In 2006, Key lime pie was designated Florida’s official pie by the state Legislature.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 3, 2023
And each week brings new roster of flavors, like caramel popcorn, cotton candy, Key lime pie and everything bagel.
From New York Times ● Apr. 17, 2023
I’m about to take a bite from a slice of Key lime pie at the Toothsome Chocolate Emporium when a host named Jacques stops by.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 2, 2023
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