breadbasket
Example Sentences
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The scientists knew this massive pollution was happening in what is often described as the "breadbasket of Europe".
From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026
Holguín was once known as the breadbasket of Cuba because of its rich agricultural land.
From Salon • Feb. 15, 2026
The region is Italy’s breadbasket, typically producing more durum wheat than any other part of the country, and locals often eat pasta twice a day.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 26, 2025
The political uncertainty is weighing on grain producers in South America's breadbasket.
From Barron's • Oct. 17, 2025
One day, Peeta empties our breadbasket and points out how they have been careful to include types from the districts along with the refined bread of the Capitol.
From "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins
