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sourdough

[sauuhr-doh, sau-er-] / ˈsaʊərˌdoʊ, ˈsaʊ ər- /


NOUN
prospector
Synonyms
STRONGEST


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A nice contrast to the other two, especially with good sourdough alongside.

From Salon ● Oct. 20, 2026

In went the torn sourdough, which I thoroughly dunked in the custard, followed by crisped bacon, a small drizzle of bacon fat — sue me — cheddar, roasted peppers and minced onion.

From Salon ● Sep. 22, 2026

That has been a welcome turn of events for Ashley Richoux, 33, a sourdough baker who posts caviar reviews on social media.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 22, 2026

A new twist on the cottage-core looks that emerged post-pandemic, instead of gingham, wicker bags and sourdough starters, it's all about looking like you're fresh from planting seeds or operating a lawnmower.

From BBC ● Sep. 21, 2026

Then, while you were waiting for the pan to heat up, you spread butter on the outside sides of the sourdough bread.

From Absolutely Almost by Lisa Graff


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