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fat

[fat] / fæt /


ADJECTIVE
containing an oily substance
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Still, while it trims the fat in some areas, Nestlé is still filling gaps elsewhere.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Today, excess abdominal fat is a major risk factor because it can trigger chronic inflammation that damages arteries, cardiac tissue and kidneys, he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

For one, the markets were oversupplied in 2025, which resulted in fat stockpiles that are still relatively plentiful, albeit declining.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

In one example a lamb doner which claimed to contain 87% lamb was found to contain only 51% meat and 40% fat.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

But she would eat the meat patties I had sent for myself, which had cheese and raisins and fat mixed in.

From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen




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