doneness
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of doneness
Example Sentences
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To check for doneness, gently shake the pie plate or baking dish.
From Washington Times • Dec. 13, 2023
Grill meat about 4 minutes per side for rare, or cook to desired doneness.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 2, 2023
Check them a little sooner for doneness; they will feel firm when cooked.
From Salon • Jul. 18, 2023
To determine doneness — it’s that transition between being someone who makes the work to being somebody who looks at the work.
From New York Times • Jul. 5, 2023
“A dog?” said Sam, popping it into his mouth, then poking a stick into the trout to test its doneness.
From "Frightful's Mountain" by Jean Craighead George
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