Example Sentences

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And when dependable y-shaped vegetable peelers and paring knives have failed, there's always a power drill.

From Salon • Aug. 30, 2021

We were looking for a tool that kept knives of all styles sharp, from 4-inch paring knives to 12-inch chef’s knives.

From Slate • Oct. 11, 2018

“My Mañana Comes” is character study with a political edge — honed nearly as sharp as the men’s paring knives.

From New York Times • Sep. 4, 2014

Troops show up at 9 a.m. with paring knives and cutting boards, fresh produce and other staples.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 3, 2011

On it were several paring knives, a corkscrew, an oversized container of sun lotion, and a water bottle.

From "The Son of Neptune" by Rick Riordan