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cupcake

[kuhp-keyk] / ˈkʌpˌkeɪk /




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His obsession with late-night television is almost endearing, like a child who bursts into tears on their birthday because someone smooshed a cupcake into their cheek.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

“Freeze in ice cube trays or silicone cupcake trays, bag, and label. You will never buy bouillon again.”

From Salon • May 30, 2026

The council has since crammed its operation into an old cupcake shop, and continues to run on a mix of state and federal funding and private donations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 17, 2025

The 10-2 Irish lost their first two games of the season before embarking on their usual cupcake schedule.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 7, 2025

My list included lemonade cupcakes—inspired by Grandma’s tea—and a sweet and savory cupcake that included potato chips.

From "From the Desk of Zoe Washington" by Janae Marks




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