Example Sentences

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Instead, the timing, cause and depth of recessions may be attributable to a series of unfortunate events, to borrow the title of Daniel Handler’s Lemony Snicket books.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

I didn’t think much of it until recently, when I was developing and testing a recipe for Lemony Cacio e Pepe.

From Washington Post • Apr. 14, 2023

Lemony desserts are a fresher alternative to chocolate eggs.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2023

Lemony and lively, this sour ale is an ideal aperitif.

From New York Times • Feb. 11, 2022

Lemony icing, cinnamony dough, raisins sweet and sharp.

From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell