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doughnut

[doh-nuht, -nuht] / ˈdoʊ nət, -ˌnʌt /
NOUN
sweet ring-shaped fried cake
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His first statewide ad emphasized his hometown roots and concerns faced by Californians, including rising costs at his favorite doughnut shop in his hometown of Dublin.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

A "chocolate doughnut Easter egg" triggers curiosity - a shell blended with shortbread and fudge pieces, topped with sprinkles.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

A ball has no hole, while a doughnut has one.

From Science Daily • Mar. 3, 2026

Sean Baker’s hyperactive “Tangerine,” shot on an iPhone at a doughnut shop on Santa Monica Boulevard, not only makes that point with gusto, it encourages you to get out and roam.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 15, 2026

Mr. Zuckerman sat down weakly and ate a doughnut.

From "Charlotte's Web" by E.B. White