butcher

Example Sentences

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Gil was pouring money into the renovation, into things he probably shouldn’t have, putting extra-nice butcher block in the bathrooms.

From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026

Meyer Levinson-Blount’s “Butcher’s Stain,” centered on a flimsy accusation against a friendly Palestinian butcher in an Israeli market, undercuts its gripping story with lackadaisical filmmaking and an unnecessary subplot, but lead Omar Sameer is commanding.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026

He recommends sourcing your short ribs from a local or specialty butcher shop as opposed to the grocery store.

From Salon • Feb. 20, 2026

My friend showed another way, starting with excellent housemade beef stock from a local butcher.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026

I was crouching down to avoid the fist of the butcher, but was so happy to hear the voice of Mrs. Wishart letting us go first.

From "March Forward, Girl" by Melba Pattillo Beals