oranges
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"We're talking apples to oranges in terms of the need."
From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026
He said "no concessions" had been extended in "sensitive areas" such as grains, spices, dairy, poultry, meat and several vegetables and fruits -- including potatoes, oranges and strawberries.
From Barron's • Feb. 8, 2026
Tiny amounts of tagatose are also present in fruits like apples, pineapples, and oranges.
From Science Daily • Jan. 13, 2026
As long as oranges are in season, take advantage of their perky perfume by stirring a few tablespoons of zest into the mix.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 8, 2026
He finished the remaining oranges and poured the juice into a pitcher.
From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste
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