chicken

Example Sentences

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I feel I’m going to turn on the TV one afternoon and Zlatan’s going to be selling me chicken wings and, a moment later, heartburn meds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 23, 2026

Before, "there were four blocks of queues, but now it's calmer. We're no longer fighting to buy," said Quispe as she purchased a chicken.

From Barron's • Jun. 22, 2026

A roast chicken dinner becomes more festive when it’s accompanied by a skillet of cornbread and a basket of flaky biscuits.

From Salon • Jun. 22, 2026

They sent their grandchild to live with his uncle and gave him the chicken as a parting gift.

From BBC • Jun. 19, 2026

We eat chicken with steamed rice and vegetables in a light, salty sauce.

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy