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doughnut

[doh-nuht, -nuht] / ˈdoʊ nət, -ˌnʌt /
NOUN
sweet ring-shaped fried cake
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Police believe Blessing was upset the doughnut shop was closed when he stopped by at 3:30 a.m.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

After being taken private in 2020, coffee and doughnut chain Dunkin’ is set to return to the public market — and it’s bringing a few friends.

From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026

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

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

No matter how much you reshape a ball, you cannot turn it into a doughnut without cutting or tearing it.

From Science Daily • Mar. 3, 2026

The doughnut went on her head first, followed by the heavy container of water, which she would hold in place with one hand.

From "A Long Walk to Water" by Linda Sue Park




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