half shell
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of half shell
An Americanism dating back to 1855–60
Example Sentences
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The fresh take on the iconic heroes in a half shell created by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird leaned into youthful energy in everything from its casting to its sketchy art style.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 16, 2024
When I asked where the oysters on the half shell are from, a waiter blurted out “Connecticut.”
From Washington Post ● Jan. 21, 2022
Mr. James recommends slurping his oysters straight from the half shell while they are still raw, whole and full of life force.
From New York Times ● Dec. 17, 2021
Try roasted oysters in chipotle bourbon butter with toasted baguette, raw oyster on the half shell, or borrow the farm’s shucking equipment for a DIY lunch with a dozen oysters.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 10, 2021
Petra said, and guzzled from the half shell of fresh rainwater.
From "Beauty Queens" by Libba Bray
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